Product Information
Zinc sulfate solution can be used to test for a possible zinc
deficiency. Follow the steps outlined below for oral zinc taste
testing. In addition, Zinc Sulfate, 7 Hydrate can be used for zinc
supplementation.* Each teaspoonful contains 1.5 mg zinc.
Oral Zinc Test
Hold
a teaspoonful of the Zinc Sulfate solution in the mouth for 30 seconds
and note the taste response from one of four categories:
1. No specific taste or other sensation is noticed, even after 30 seconds
2.
No immediate taste is noticed, but after a few seconds a slight taste
described as dry, mineral, furry, or even sweet is noticed
3. A
definite, although not strongly unpleasant, taste is noticed almost
immediately and tends to intensify as the 30 seconds pass
4. A strong, unpleasant taste is noticed immediately and tends to intensify as the 30 seconds pass
Individuals in category 1 or 2 might respond favorably to zinc supplementation.*
Ingredients
One (5 ml) Teaspoon Contains:
Zinc (as Zinc Sulfate)* 1.15 mg.
*0.1% w/v solution.
Other Ingredients:
Purified water.
Suggested Use:
Take as directed by your health-care practitioner.
Upon opening, install flip-top lid provided and keep lid snapped shut when not in use.
Warnings
ALLERGY WARNING
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
EXCIPIENT FREE
This
product does not contain wheat, gluten, corn, yeast, soy, egg, dairy
products, or artificial colors, sweeteners, or flavors. This product
also does not contain lactose, palmitic acid, or magnesium, calcium, or
vegetable stearates.
PREGNANCY WARNING
If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.
INTERACTIONS/CONTRAINDICATIONS
Zinc can inhibit the absorption of copper. Long-term zinc supplementation should include copper in a 15:1 (Zn:Cu) ratio.
STORAGE
Upon opening, install flip-top lid provided and keep lid snapped shut when not in use.
