In what form is zinc sold in pharmacies

Today, the important role of zinc in the body is known. Many people buy drugs containing zinc in pharmacies. And that's why.

Zinc and its benefits

The largest concentration of this element is found in the ocular retina, bones and skin, which means that zinc deficiency can significantly affect the health of these organs.

In addition, zinc is involved in the production of insulin and the hormone of the thyroid gland, helps with skin problems (acne, eczema, dandruff), strengthens the nails. In complex treatment, zinc is indicated for osteoporosis, diabetes, weakening of potency in men and male infertility, for the prevention of prostate diseases. Zinc is effective in anemia, gum diseases, chronic lung diseases. It helps heal various wounds on the skin, trophic ulcers, burns and postoperative sutures.

In general, there are many "jobs" in zinc in the body, and although the daily need for it is small, the consequences of zinc deficiency can have a significant impact on health.

Vitamin-mineral complexes with zinc

So, you decided to take care of your health and take zinc. In pharmacies, you are likely to offer vitamin-mineral complexes or dietary supplements with zinc in the composition. Let us consider them briefly.

"Complivit" is a complex with vitamins and minerals to maintain health and strengthen the immune system.

"Complymium trimester 1, 2, 3" - is intended for use in different periods of pregnancy, where zinc contributes to the full development of the fetus and prevents premature birth.

In general, a combination such as vitamin + zinc, in the pharmacy can be found in quite a few preparations. For example: Selitsynk Plus, Centrum, Oligovit, Alphabet, Duovit, Multitabs and many others.

Food Supplements with Zinc

"Zinc + Vitamin C" from "Evalar" - BAA, contains zinc lactate 60 mg (ie 12 mg of pure zinc). It is designed to eliminate the deficiency in the body of vitamin C and zinc, as well as for the prevention of colds. This zinc in pharmacies will cost about 150 rubles. The drug is contraindicated in pregnant and lactating women, since it has a number of toxic elements (lead, cadmium, arsenic and mercury).

"Tsinkit" - dietary supplements in the form of effervescent tablets. Zinc in it is presented in the form of sulfate, in an amount of 44 mg in 1 tablet (pure zinc 10 mg). It is designed to eliminate zinc deficiency in the body. Contraindicated in renal failure. This zinc in tablets, the price in the pharmacy for which ranges from 300 to 500 rubles, is very popular with consumers.

"Zinctal" - dietary supplements in the form of tablets, each of which contains zinc gluconate - 15 mg, vitamin C - 34 mg, seafood extract - 105 mg and excipients. It is recommended for age-related changes in the skin (loss of elasticity, wrinkles). Due to the low proportion of pure zinc, the drug can not completely cover the need for this element. Contraindications for taking this drug include intolerance to seafood and other components of the dietary supplements.

"Now L-OptiZinc" - tablets with zinc and copper.In this preparation, zinc is presented in combination with the amino acid methionine.

Both these elements have a very positive effect on the body. The drug is recommended for reception to improve immunity, in complex therapy - for diseases of the digestive tract, heart, vessels, liver, eye and skin diseases. This zinc tablets price in the pharmacy is quite high - about 500 rubles.

Biozinc

Also zinc in pharmacies can be purchased in the form of the drug "Biotsink" from DR. SKALNY (60 tablets, in each of 0.3 g of zinc). This manufacturer claims that in this composition, zinc is best absorbed by the body at the cellular level. Ingredients: zinc lactate, glucose as a source of energy and antioxidant, chicken egg powder - a storehouse of proteins, talc - filler, magnesium stearate - one of the main elements found in cells.

Properties: protection from toxins, preventing the development of cancer, promotes the production of the thyroid hormone, testosterone and progesterone, accelerates wound healing, prolongs youth, improves brain function.

This is not the whole list of drugs with zinc, presented in the Russian market. But more and more consumers prefer foreign versions of such dietary supplements. This is explained by a relatively cheap price for these products and an improved form of zinc digestion in the body.

Zinc (powder)

Perhaps you will be offered zinc (powder) in the pharmacy - it is an oxide (oxide) of zinc. True, in this form it is rarely used, and even then only for external application. Usually zinc powder is mixed with other ingredients and produces various ointments, creams, liniments and other dosage forms containing zinc. And all because the oxide (oxide) of zinc is digested in the digestive tract even worse than zinc sulfate.

Here are some preparations for an example: zinc ointment, zinc paste, zinc-naphthalan ointment, zinc paste, salicylic zinc paste , zinc-ichthyol ointment, "galmanin" (powder from sweating of feet), "Neo-anusole" (from hemorrhoids) .

Such drugs are prescribed most often at diaper rash and diaper dermatitis in children, in prickly pox, wounds and burns, bedsores, eczema, herpes, streptoderma and trophic ulcers.

The action of drugs with zinc for external use: anti-inflammatory, drying, adsorbing, antiseptic, astringent, protective, soothing.

Side effects of zinc

Buying zinc (tablets) in the pharmacy, ask about the side effects and contraindications of the drug you choose.

Usually manufacturers indicate on the labels of their goods not the proportion of pure zinc, but its amount in the form of salt: sulfate, oxide, bisglycinate, gluconate, acetate, picolinate, zinc citrate. There is also lactate of zinc - a lacteal form of zinc. The proportion of pure zinc in this case will be significantly less than in the form of salt. However, zinc salts are easier to obtain, and they are relatively inexpensive. It is believed that zinc oxide and zinc sulfate more often cause side effects than other forms of it. When they are taken orally, people often develop symptoms of a digestive tract disorder: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Sometimes such symptoms can be avoided if zinc sulfate is taken after a dense dinner, and not on an empty stomach.

If you are not sure of your reaction to a drug with zinc, you should not take it before you leave home. In some cases, you can simply diversify your diet with foods that contain zinc.