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Zinc sulfate
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Zinc sulfate

Generic name: zinc sulfate [ ZINK-SUL-fate ]
Brand names: Orazinc 110, Orazinc 220, Zinc, Zinc-220, Zinca-pak, ... show all 11 brands
Dosage forms: oral capsule (220 mg); oral tablet (110 mg; 140 mg (as elemental zinc 50 mg); 220 mg; 66 mg)
Drug class:Minerals and electrolytes

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Dec 7, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is zinc sulfate?

Zinc is a naturally occurring mineral. Zinc is important for growth and for the development and health of body tissues.

Zinc sulfate is used to treat and to prevent zinc deficiency.

Zinc sulfate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

Before using zinc sulfate, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider. You may not be able to use zinc sulfate if you have certain medical conditions.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether zinc sulfate will harm an unborn baby. Do not use zinc sulfate without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.

It is not known whether zinc sulfate passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice i