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Zinc Acetate Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 27, 2024.

Applies to the following strengths: 50 mg; 25 mg

Usual Adult Dose for Wilson's Disease

50 mg orally 3 times a day

Comments:


Use: Maintenance treatment of Wilson's disease initially treated with a chelating agent

Usual Pediatric Dose for Zinc Deficiency

US Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of elemental zinc:
0 to 6 months: 2 mg (adequate intake)
7 to 12 months: 3 mg
1 to 3 years: 3 mg
4 to 8 years: 4 mg
9 to 13 years: 8 mg
14 to 18 years:

Usual Pediatric Dose for Wilson's Disease

10 years and older:
Usual dose: 25 mg orally 3 times a day


Comments:

Use: Maintenance treatment of Wilson's disease initially treated with a chelating agent

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Dose Adjustments

Pregnant women: 25 mg 3 times a day, if patient is compliant with therapy

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS:


Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 10 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:


Monitoring:

Patient advice:

Frequently asked questions

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