ZITCARE CAP

Overview

ZITCARE CAP is a Schedule H drug.

ZITCARE CAP is composed of: ZINC (100 MG), ASCORBIC ACID (60 MG), CHROMIUM PICOLINATE (1.04 MG)


Ascorbic acid is used to treat and prevent vitamin C deficiency. Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) occurs naturally in foods such as citrus fruit, tomatoes, potatoes, and leafy vegetables. Vitamin C is important for bones and connective tissues, muscles, and blood vessels. Vitamin C also helps the body absorb iron, which is needed for red blood cell production.

Usage

ASCORBIC ACID is generally used to treat: Common Cold, Methaemoglobinaemia, Scurvy, Tyrosinemia, Vitamin C Deficiency, Glaucoma, Constipation, Asthma, Bronchitis, Cystic Fibrosis, Infertility, Diabetes Mellitus, Arthritis, Osteoporosis



Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Generally considered as Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Generally considered as Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

ZITCARE CAP is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for ZITCARE CAP and its Constituents



  • Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking ascorbic acid.
  • The chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it.
  • Ascorbic acid gum may be chewed as long as desired and then thrown away.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole.
  • Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, high iron level in the blood, anemia, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breast-feeding. 


Rare Side-Effects

ASCORBIC ACID : Loose Motion, Nausea, Vomit

Technical Classification

ASCORBIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Available Alternatives for ZITCARE CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ZITCARE CAPINR 105 for 10 CAPSULESZINC 100 MG, ASCORBIC ACID 60 MG, SALINE 20 MG, CHROMIUM PICOLINATE 1.04 MG