Zinc Sulphate
Zinc Sulphate is a heptahydrate salt of sulfuric acid. Zinc Sulphate is astringent and used topically for skin wounds or ulcer to assist healing. Zinc Sulphate is also used in eye drops for minor allergic conjunctivitis. Zinc Sulphate is used in some preparation as a nutritional aid for zinc deficiency.
Primary Characteristics
Zinc Sulphate is also known as Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate.
It is of origin and belongs to Metal Sulphate .
It is also classified under Opthalmic Products .
Molecular Weight: 287.6 · Solubility in Water: 1 in 0.6 · Solubility in Alcohol: Insoluble · Non-proprietary name: Zinc Sulphate · Isotonic value: 7.65.
Pharmacokinetics
Distribution: Zinc Sulphate has a volume of distribution is . plasma protein binding is .
Elimination: it is metabolised via , plasma half-life is , renal excretion is .
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Indications
Zinc Sulphate is primarily indicated in conditions like Chemosis, Conjuctivitis.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Dosage
Zinc Sulphate's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 0.015 mg | 0.015 mg | Every 3h | Ophthalmic | - |
| 0.2 % | 0.2 % | — | Ophthalmic | drops. |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| 0.015 mg | 0.015 mg | Every 3h | Opthalmic | - |
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Side Effects
None recorded.
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.17.7.2 — Antidiarrheals
- 2.21.7 — Other ophthalmologicals
- 3.27 — Vitamins, minerals, tonics, and other susbstances
Manufacturers
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