Zinc Chloride (DBL) TM
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Active ingredients: zinc chloride
Pack: Zinc Chloride (DBL) 10.6 mg/2 mL injection, 5 x 2 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DBL ZINC CHLORIDE INJECTION 5mg Zn/2mL (as zinc chloride 10.6mg/2mL) InjectionDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, concentrated
- Intravenous
- Clear colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 5 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 5x5mgZn/2mL pack
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
