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Zinc acetate and Food

Result of checking the interaction of Zinc acetate and Food for safety when used together.

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Zinc acetate <> Food

Relevance: 03.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug interaction with food or lifestyle.

Consumer:

You may experience reduced absorption of zinc acetate in the presence of certain foods. Bread, bran, hard boiled eggs, coffee, and milk may significantly decrease the absorption of zinc acetate. Take zinc acetate on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal unless otherwise directed by your doctor. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. Zinc acetate may be taken with small amounts of protein such as meat.

Professional:

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: The presence of certain foods (e.g., bread, bran, hard boiled eggs, coffee, and milk) may significantly delay the absorption of zinc acetate. Fibres, phytates, and other substances in food prevent zinc from entering intestinal cells by binding with it. Protein does not appear to interfere with its absorption.

MANAGEMENT: Zinc acetate should preferably be taken on an empty stomach, at least one hour before or two to three hours after meals. It may be taken with small amounts of protein such as meat.

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