Zinc Verla® OTC 20 mg film-coated tablets, 20 pcs

Zinc Verla® OTC 20 mg

Zinc Verla® OTC 20 mg is a medicine for the treatment of zinc deficiency.The small film-coated tablets are easy to swallow and contain organic zinc gluconate for good absorption and bioavailability in the body.The product is gluten-free, lactose-free, sugar-free and vegan.No prescription is required for this product.

Effect of zinc

Zinc is a vital trace element that is needed in the body for a variety of functions.It is a component of enzymes and other proteins such as hormones and transport proteins.Zinc is essential for the reading of genetic information, the formation of new body cells and has antioxidant properties.It plays an important role in the immune system, skin, hair and mucous membrane health, wound healing, fertility and sensory functions.Zinc is also required for the storage and release of insulin from the pancreas.

Symptoms of zinc deficiency

A zinc deficiency can manifest itself in a wide variety of symptoms.Typical signs of illness are a weakened immune system, increased susceptibility to infections, inflammation in the mouth area, cracks in the corners of the mouth, smell and taste disorders, wounds that heal poorly, dry and flaky skin, inflammatory reddened skin, nail changes, dull hair, hair loss, depression, mood swings, underdevelopment of the sexual organs, reduced fertility, potency disorders, difficulty concentrating, growth disorders in children and disorders of glucose metabolism.

Causes of zinc deficiency

The zinc balance depends on four factors: intake, requirement, loss and rate of absorption from the intestine.A deficiency occurs when not enough zinc is supplied, there is an increased need, the body excretes too much zinc due to illness or stress, or the absorption of the mineral into the body is disturbed.An unbalanced diet, vegetarian or vegan diet, increased zinc losses due to skin diseases or medications and impaired absorption due to intestinal diseases or high alcohol consumption can lead to a zinc deficiency.

Area of application

Zinc Verla® OTC 20 mg is used to treat proven zinc deficiency and as part of treatment with penicillamine and other complexing agents.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

Ingredients of Zink Verla® OTC 20 mg: Active ingredient: zinc D-gluconate.1 film-coated tablet contains 140 mg zinc D-gluconate, equivalent to 20 mg zinc.Other ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate (Ph.Eur.), hypromellose, ethyl cellulose, triethyl citrate.

Contraindications

Zink Verla® OTC 20 mg must not be taken if you are allergic to the active ingredient or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Dosage

The dosage depends on the extent of the zinc deficiency.The usual dosage for adults is 1 film-coated tablet once a day.The film-coated tablets are taken whole with liquid at a considerable interval before meals (approx. 1 hour).

Intake

Take the film-coated tablets whole with sufficient liquid and well before meals (approx. 1 hour), as the absorption of zinc into the bloodstream can be disrupted by food.

Pregnancy

There are no restrictions when taking Zink Verla® OTC 20 mg in the recommended dose range.

Notes

Zinc Verla® OTC 20 mg.Active ingredient: zinc D-gluconate.Areas of application: Proven zinc deficiency, therapy with penicillamine and other complexing agents.