4th Pediatric Infectious Diseases Conference
 
 
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Specialist Answers
Question
Are there any side effects of Zinc?
Answer
In extensive safety studies undertaken in laboratory animals, zinc has been shown not to be carcinogenic, mutagenic, or teratogenic. In addition, the human body has efficient homeostatic mechanisms that regulate the absorption and retention of zinc, which decreases the likelihood of toxic build up in the body. Adult zinc toxicity can occur from moderately high intakes of zinc (> 150 mg/day). Ingesting too much zinc at once can cause gastric distress and the typical signs and symptoms that are often associated with food poisoning. High doses of zinc for long periods of time may lead to a lower concentration of plasma lipoproteins and decrease copper absorption. Decreased copper status may also inhibit the transport of iron and result in anemia.
 
 
 
Pedi Poll
Today's Poll
Should teicoplannin, colistin be used in case of neonatal sepsis where culture does not reveal any organism_?
No, it should be used only after drug sensitivity report
Yes, under guidance of an infectious disease expert
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