Metagenics Meta Zinc Vitamin C (Orange) (114g)
Summary
- High strength, bioavailable zinc powder with vitamin C and activated B6
- May help to
- Assist in the prevention of zinc deficiency
- Maintain a healthy immune system function
- Support reproductive system health in males
- Support minor wound healing and soothe skin inflammation
- Free from dairy protein, lactose, eggs, gluten, wheat, nuts, yeast, soy protein and salt
- Free from artificial colours, flavours and preservatives
Dosage
- Adults and children over 14 years:
- Acute: ½ a metric teaspoon (1.9 g) in 200 mL water twice daily with meals
- Maintenance: ½ a metric teaspoon (1.9 g) in 200 mL water once daily with meals
- Children 4 - 8 years:
- Acute: ¼ metric teaspoon (0.95 g) in 100 mL water once daily with meals
- Children 9 - 13 years:
- Acute: ¼ metric teaspoon (0.95 g) in 100 mL water twice daily with meals
- Maintenance: ¼ metric teaspoon (0.95 g) in 100 mL water once daily with meals
Warnings
- Not to be used in children under 2 years of age without medical advice
- Dietary supplements should not replace a balanced diet
- Contains zinc which may be dangerous if taken in large amounts or for a long period
- Contains vitamin B6; stop taking this medication if you experience tingling, burning or numbness and see your healthcare practitioner as soon as possible
- The recommended daily amount of vitamin A from all sources is 700 µg retinol equivalents for women and 900 µg equivalents for men
- If you are pregnant or considering becoming pregnant, do not take vitamin A supplements without consulting your healthcare practitioner or pharmacist
- When taken in excess of 3000 µg retinol equivalents, vitamin A can cause birth defects
