{"product_id":"zincat-od-syrup-60ml","title":"Zincat-OD Syrup 60ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eZincat OD Syrup\u003c\/b\u003e is an oral nutritional supplement primarily used to \u003cb\u003etreat zinc deficiency and manage childhood diarrhea\u003c\/b\u003e. It contains \u003cb\u003eZinc Sulphate Monohydrate\u003c\/b\u003e, providing 20 mg of elemental zinc per 5 ml. Zinc is an essential trace mineral that helps reduce the duration, severity, and recurrence of diarrhea, while heavily supporting immune function, cell growth, and tissue repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eChildhood Diarrhea\u003c\/b\u003e: Commonly paired with Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) to repair the gut lining and shorten diarrhea episodes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eZinc Deficiency\u003c\/b\u003e: Prevents and treats low zinc levels caused by malnutrition or prolonged illness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eImmune Support\u003c\/b\u003e: Boosts T-cells and macrophage function to fight viral infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTissue Repair\u003c\/b\u003e: Promotes wound healing, skin health, and proper physical development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Dosage Guidelines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAlways consult a doctor or follow the package instructions before administering medication.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eInfants under 6 months\u003c\/b\u003e: 2.5 ml (half teaspoon) daily or twice daily as advised.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eChildren under 10 kg\u003c\/b\u003e: 5 ml once or twice daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eChildren 10–30 kg\u003c\/b\u003e: 10 ml taken 1 to 3 times daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdults and Children over 30 kg\u003c\/b\u003e: 20 ml taken 1 to 3 times daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdministration\u003c\/b\u003e: For optimal absorption, take \u003cb\u003e1 hour before or 2 hours after meals\u003c\/b\u003e. Shake the bottle well before use. If gastric irritation occurs, it can be taken with food. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Precautions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eZincat OD Syrup is generally well-tolerated at recommended doses, but large doses or an empty stomach may cause mild side effects:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, metallic taste, or headache.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eInteractions\u003c\/b\u003e: Zinc can reduce the absorption of certain antibiotics (like tetracyclines and quinolones) and iron supplements. Ensure a gap of at least 3 hours between these medications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eContraindications\u003c\/b\u003e: Do not use this supplement if you have a known hypersensitivity to zinc sulphate or suffer from a copper deficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53391760326956,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/zincat-od.jpg?v=1782886406","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/zincat-od-syrup-60ml","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}