CURAZINK Hard capsules, 100 pcs

Area of application

Curazink 15 mg hard capsules are a zinc preparation that is used to treat clinically confirmed zinc deficiency conditions, provided these cannot be remedied by changing your diet.The product is suitable for children aged 12 and over, teenagers and adults.No prescription is required for this product.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

Curazink 15 mg hard capsules contain the active ingredient zinc.One hard capsule contains 94 mg zinc histidine dihydrate, which corresponds to 15 mg zinc.The other ingredients are gelatin, magnesium stearate (vegetable), corn starch, sodium dodecyl sulfate, titanium dioxide (E 171) and purified water.

Contraindications

Curazink 15 mg hard capsules must not be taken if you are allergic to zinc or any of the other ingredients of the medicine.Patients with peptic stomach ulcers, acute kidney failure or severe kidney tissue damage should only take the product after consulting a doctor.During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the product should only be taken after a doctor's recommendation and if you have a confirmed zinc deficiency.

Dosage

The usual dose for children aged 12 and over, teenagers and adults is 1 Curazink capsule daily, which should be taken with meals.If you have problems swallowing the capsule, the contents can be stirred into liquid and drunk.The duration of use is determined by the attending physician.

Intake

The capsules should be taken with meals.If you have problems taking it, the contents of the capsules can be stirred into liquid, such as water or fruit juice, and taken.

Patient information

Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Curazink if you suffer from stomach ulcers or have acute kidney failure or severe kidney tissue damage.If zinc is taken long-term, copper and zinc levels in the blood should be monitored.Effects on the ability to drive and use machines have not yet been reported.

Pregnancy

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, you should only take medication after consulting your doctor or pharmacist.

Notes

For information about risks and side effects, read the package leaflet and ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Other

Zinc should not be taken at the same time as iron or copper preparations, but should be taken separately.

Important notes

Please keep this medicine out of the reach and reach of children and do not use it after the expiry date stated on the pack.No special storage conditions are required for this product.Never dispose of medicines via wastewater.Ask your pharmacy how to throw away medicine when you no longer use it.

Side effects

Like all medicines, Curazink can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.Possible side effects include gastrointestinal complaints such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, as well as skin reactions such as rash and itching.Long-term use can cause a copper deficiency.If you notice any side effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist.