Zinc monomethionine is a preferred method of delivering the supplement zinc, because in this form it is easily absorbed and easily retained. Zinc is part of several systems in the body and it is necessary for proper maintenance and growth as well as blood clotting, wound healing, maintaining vision and thyroid and immune function, among other things.
Zinc can be found in meats, dairy products, legumes, seafood, whole grains and nuts.
Although zinc is the primary supplement being delivered in zinc monomethionine, the methionine is an essential amino acid itself and both the zinc and the methionine have antioxidant properties.
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Zinc Deficiency and Zinc Monomethione Zinc monomethione can be used to treat zinc deficiencies. If left untreated, a zinc deficiency can cause stunted growth and acute diarrhea in children according to WebMd . Other symptoms of zinc deficiency include loss of appetite, low insulin leve... more
Zinc monomethione can be used to treat zinc deficiencies. If left untreated, a zinc deficiency can cause stunted growth and acute diarrhea in children according to WebMd .
Other symptoms of zinc deficiency include loss of appetite, low insulin levels, hair loss, dry skin, nausea, malabsorbtion syndromes of the intestine, alcoholism, irritability and some chronic debilitating diseases. A zinc deficiency can also be associated with HIV, male infertility, type 2 diabetes, sickle cell disease and major depression.
Zinc Monomethionine has been shown to be effective for preventing and treating zinc deficiency. It is likely to be effective for reducing diarrhea in children who are malnourished or have low zinc levels.
Zinc is possibly effective for a number of uses, including treating a rare genetic disorder called Wilson’s disease, and shortening the duration of the common cold when taken as a lozenge. It may be effective for treating acne when taken by mouth or applied as an ointment.
Other possible benefits include treating or slowing the progression of age-related macular degeneration, preventing osteoporosis, treating acrodermatitis enteropathica, treating hyperactivity and impulsiveness associated with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, and treating leprosy in conjunction with other medications.
Zinc may also promote weight gain for people with eating disorders, assist in treating herpes simplex virus, stomach ulcers, muscle cramps and leg wounds. Zinc may even improve burn healing and prevent tartar and gingivitis when used in a toothpaste or mouthwash.
Zinc is generally considered to be safe for the majority of adults when taken by mouth in amounts of 40 mg per day or less or when applied to the skin. Before taking zinc regularly as a supplement, one should consult a healthcare professional.
With normal zinc supplementation, some people can experience nausea, metallic taste, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach damage and some other side effects. If broken skin is exposed to zinc, it could cause stinging, itching, burning and tingling.
Taking 40 mg or more of zinc per day is generally not safe and could cause coughing, fever, fatigue, stomach pain and several other problems. If you take more than 100 mg of zinc every day or take supplemental zinc for at least 10 years, your risk of prostate cancer doubles.
Taking 450 mg of zinc or more every day can result in problems with iron in blood. A single zinc dose of 10-30 grams is potentially fatal.
One should be careful when taking quinolone and tetracycline antibiotics with zinc, as zinc might decease the effectiveness of the antibiotic by decreasing the amount the body absorbs. Ciprofloxacin (Cipro), enoxacin (Penetrex), demeclocycline (Declomycin), tetracycline (Achromycin) and minocycline (Minocin)seem to have these interactions with zinc.
An interaction can be prevented by waiting a few hours between the time the zinc is taken and the time the antibiotic is taken. Consult your physician for specifics.
The cancer drug, Cisplatin (Platinol-AQ) might have increased side effects when taken with zinc monomethionine. Penicillamine, a drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and Wilson’s disease might have a decreased rate of absorption by the body when taken with zinc, resulting in decreased effectiveness.
The diuretic, amiloride (Midamor) can increase zinc levels in the body. Taking a zinc supplement with it could cause an overabundance of zinc in the body.
The Institute of Medicine has published Adequate Intake (AI) levels of zinc. Their recommendations are as follows:
The average male in North America consumes approximately 13 mg/day of zinc as part of their diet, while women in North America take in about 9 mg/day.
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| Vomiting |
| Skin Irritation |
| Nausea And/Or Diarrhea |
| Metallic Taste |
| Contraindicated For Certain Drugs Or Medication |
| Overdose Causes Serious Side Effects |
| Stomach Damage |
| Zinc, Atomic Number 30 |
| Acne |
| Blood Clotting |
| Burns |
| Cold Remedy |
| Herpes |
| Immune System Function |
| Macular Degeneration |
| Physical Growth |
| Prevents Osteoporosis |
| Stomach Ulcers |
| Thyroid Function |
| Vision |
| Weight Gain |
| Wound Healing |
| Acrodermatitis |
| Hyperactivity |
| Leg Wounds |
| Leprosy |
| Muscle Cramps |
| Prevents Tartar And Gingivitis |
| Reduces Diarrhea In Children |
| Wilson's Disease |
| Zinc Deficiency |
| Impulsiveness |