Zinc gluconate
- Generic Name
- Zinc gluconate
- Brand Names
- -
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C12H22O14Zn
- CAS Number
- 4468-02-4
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- U6WSN5SQ1Z
- Background
Zinc gluconate is a zinc salt of gluconic acid comprised of two gluconic acid molecules for each zinc cation (2+). Zinc gluconate is a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) substance by FDA . It is available as a trace mineral supplement and over the counter as a lozenge form for a reduced duration of common colds and with decreased symptom severity.
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- Indication
Zinc gluconate is mainly indicated in conditions like zinc deficiency, and can also be administered in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in diarrhea .
- Associated Conditions
- Zinc Deficiency
- Associated Therapies
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