Light orange to orange tablet with speckles, oval-shaped, with breakline on one side and plain on the other side.
Each chewable tablet contains: Ascorbic Acid (as Sodium ascorbate equivalent to 562.43 mg) 500 mg, Zinc (as Zinc gluconate equivalent to 70.00 mg) 10 mg.
This nutritional supplement contains Vitamin C and Zinc.
Vitamin C and Zinc together help the body's natural defense against damaging free radicals (antioxidant effect) and boost immune function. Free radicals are highly reactive and unstable chemicals generated during normal body activities that require oxygen (e.g., respiration, digestion, blood circulation, immune system response increased physical activity, etc.) and after exposure to UV light, cigarette smoke and various pollutants. One major effect of zinc is on the ability of cells to properly replicate their DNA, which is required for cells to multiply. Hence, zinc is needed for normal growth, cell renewal and cell repair. Vitamin C and Zinc also function as cofactors of enzymes involved in collagen formation and synthesis. Collagen provides strength and elasticity to the skin and helps promote faster wound healing.
Indicated for the treatment and prevention of Vitamin C and Zinc deficiencies.
Adult Dose: 1 chewable tablet daily or as prescribed by a physician.
What should the patient do if they miss a dose: If the patient misses the dose for the day just take the next dose and subsequent doses at the usual recommended schedule, i.e., once a day. Do not double the dose unless recommended by a physician.
Vitamin C: Prolonged intake of vitamin C in excess of 2 g/day may lead to nausea, abdominal cramps, diarrhea and nose bleeds.
Zinc: Rare occurrences of acute zinc poisoning have been reported. The toxicity signs observed after ingestion of high zinc doses (4-8 g) include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, metallic taste and lethargy (sleepiness).
What to do when the patient has taken more than the recommended dosage: If the patient has taken more than the recommended dosage, consult a physician.
When should the patient not take this medicine: If the patient is allergic to any component in the product.
Inform physician before use if the patient is on a sodium restricted diet.
Do not take more than the recommended dose.
Consult a physician if any adverse effects occurs.
Vitamin C: Vitamin C is usually tolerated. However, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal cramps, fatigue, flushing, insomnia, and sleepiness have been reported with high doses of vitamin C, particularly ascorbic acid (i.e., 1 g or more daily).
Zinc: Gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and vomiting are seen with doses of elemental zinc greater than 40 mg.
The amount of nutrients in the product is not expected to interact with food or medicines.
Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C. Protect from heat and moisture.
A11JB - Vitamins with minerals ; Used as dietary supplements.
Preven-Z chewable tab
30's;60's