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Zincogut Syrup 4ml per day

2025-05-14 08:28:03
My son is 2.4 years old, gone through stomach infection with fever, vomiting & diarrhea. Now he is ok but Dr given Zincogut syrup 4 ml per day dose for 15 days. Is it high dose? Or it is fine? Because on internet I see for 2.4 year old max zinc limit per day is 7mg. Could you please advise.
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Give 20 mg. In diarrhoea dose is different

Answered2025-05-21 03:56:22

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Post diarrhea zinc is given to reduce severity and prevent recurrence. Recommended dose is 20mg once daily for 2 weeks.
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Don't worry it's not a high dose

Answered2025-05-16 11:11:14

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Answered2025-05-15 17:26:36

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