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Instruction for Solgar Zinc Picolinate

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Composition and useful properties

The additive belongs to the category of single drugs. This means that only 1 active substance is present in it - a chemical compound from zinc and picolinic acid. Its bioavailability is several times higher than with conventional zinc supplements.
    Each tablet contains 22 mg of zinc picolinate. This is 200% of the daily daily allowance.
Additionally, for the manufacture of tablets are used:
    dicalcium phosphate;
    cellulose;
    stearic acid;
    magnesium stearate.
The product does not have corn, yeast, wheat or soy.

Benefits of Solgar Zinc Picolinate

Zinc picolinate must be drunk to maintain these processes:
    strengthening immunity, bones and musculoskeletal system;
    normalization of blood formation, synthesis of enzymes for digestion, wound healing, brain and nervous system;
    elimination of acne, acne and other skin pathologies, the inflammatory process in the body;
    prevention of eye diseases;
    joint protection against arthritis and arthrosis;
    Improving the condition of the skin, hair and nails.

Benefits for men

Adequate intake of products with zinc or additives based on it improves libido and sperm quality. This substance also affects the production of testosterone, which helps men aged to maintain sexual function and is necessary for the normal functioning of the prostate gland.

Zinc for women

Enrichment of the diet with zinc-containing products or drugs reduces the risk of infertility, improves ovarian function, and normalizes the menstrual cycle. And during pregnancy, this substance helps the organs and tissues of the fetus develop properly.

Indications for use

Take Solgar Zinc Picolinate can be combined with vitamin supplements and for the treatment and prevention of Zn deficiency. The lack of a substance is manifested by the following symptoms:
    abdominal pain, frequent constipation, or diarrhea;
    visual impairment;
    hair loss;
    exacerbation of chronic diseases;
    frequent colds.
A particular sign of deficiency is a deterioration in taste perception. For example, the patient ceases to feel the taste of food.

Contraindications and warnings

The drug should not be drunk with individual intolerance to the components. And during pregnancy and lactation, the intake of zinc picolinate is recommended to be agreed with the doctor.

Reception and dosage

According to the instructions for use of zinc picolinate from Solgar, drink this drug 1 tablet per day (with food). It can be swallowed, washed down with water, or put under the tongue.

special instructions

The drug can be given to children, but you must first consult with your doctor. The daily norm for a child is 8-10 mg.

Side effects and allergies

An allergic reaction can occur with individual intolerance to the drug and its components and manifest in the form of a rash, suffocation. Side effects are weakness, dizziness, or nausea. But these symptoms usually disappear a few days after the start of the course. If poor health persists, then you need to cancel taking the drug.

Drug interactions

Solgar Zinc Picolinate is not recommended to be taken simultaneously with supplements containing iron, calcium or folic acid. These substances interfere with each other's absorption.
Vitamin B9 impairs absorption, and B2 improves the bioavailability of zinc picolinate.
And preparations with acetylsalicylic acid and tetracycline accelerate the process of leaching Zn from the body.

Overdose

When using more than 150 mg of zinc picolinate, the following symptoms occur:
    nausea;
    abdominal pain;
    violation of the stool;
    migraine.
If signs of an overdose appear, consult a doctor.
Long-term use of large doses of picolinate can cause copper deficiency and anemia. Therefore, you need to take the drug strictly according to the instructions.

Terms and conditions of storage

It is recommended to store the drug in a dark, cool and dry place. Shelf life is indicated on the packaging.

Terms of sell

You can buy Solgar Zinc Picolinate without a prescription.