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Zinc Sulfate
💊 Used for: Diarrhea (adjunct to ORS), zinc deficiency
Formulation
Syrup
20mg/5ml
Dose Range
0.5–1 mg/kg
Max Daily
1 mg/kg
Frequency
Once daily for 10-14 days
Max Single
20 mg
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 20mg/5ml
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 3–5 mg | 0.6–1.3 ml | ≤ 5 mg |
| 6 kg | 3–6 mg | 0.8–1.5 ml | ≤ 6 mg |
| 7 kg | 4–7 mg | 0.9–1.8 ml | ≤ 7 mg |
| 8 kg | 4–8 mg | 1.0–2.0 ml | ≤ 8 mg |
| 9 kg | 5–9 mg | 1.1–2.3 ml | ≤ 9 mg |
| 10 kg | 5–10 mg | 1.3–2.5 ml | ≤ 10 mg |
| 12 kg | 6–12 mg | 1.5–3.0 ml | ≤ 12 mg |
| 15 kg | 8–15 mg | 1.9–3.8 ml | ≤ 15 mg |
| 18 kg | 9–18 mg | 2.3–4.5 ml | ≤ 18 mg |
| 20 kg | 10–20 mg | 2.5–5.0 ml | ≤ 20 mg |
| 25 kg | 13–25 mg | 3.1–6.3 ml | ≤ 25 mg |
| 30 kg | 15–30 mg | 3.8–7.5 ml | ≤ 30 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Give 1-2 hours before or after meals
- •May cause GI upset
- •Complete full course
Possible Side Effects
- •Nausea, vomiting (especially on empty stomach)
- •Abdominal cramps
- •Diarrhea
- •Headache
- •Take with food to reduce GI effects
- •Metallic taste
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