Brand name: Zinc Chloride (DBL) TM
Active ingredients: zinc chloride
What it is used for
Zinc Chloride Injection is intended for use as an additive to compatible intravenous fluids or total parenteral nutrition solutions. It is indicated for the prevention and treatment of zinc deficiency, which may be characterised by growth deterioration, skin lesions, alopecia, impaired reproductive development and function, and delayed or inhibited wound healing.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 5 Years.
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Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution
Do I need a prescription?
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for this medicine. You can ask your pharmacist.This medicine is
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