Zinc Supplements

OVERVIEW:

This support plan outlines the dosage, instructions, potential benefits, and possible side effects of oral zinc supplementation as part of your acne treatment plan. Please read this plan carefully, along with the manufacturer’s information provided with your supplement, for complete details regarding precautions, interactions, and other important safety information.

Zinc is an essential mineral that plays a role in immune function, inflammation regulation, and skin health. In acne treatment, zinc may help reduce inflammation, decrease oil production, and support overall skin healing.

INSTRUCTIONS:

For acne support, you have been recommended:

Oral zinc supplement, to be taken once per day. 

Take zinc with food to reduce the risk of stomach upset. Avoid taking zinc at the same time as iron supplements, calcium supplements, or certain antibiotics unless directed by your provider, as these may affect absorption.

Do not exceed the recommended dose. Higher doses do not improve results and may increase the risk of side effects.

IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING YOUR TREATMENT:

  • Do not exceed the recommended daily dose unless specifically directed by your provider.
  • Common side effects may include mild nausea, stomach upset, or metallic taste.
  • Taking zinc on an empty stomach may increase nausea.
  • If you experience persistent gastrointestinal symptoms or other concerning side effects, discontinue use
  • Zinc supplementation should be discussed with your provider if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:

This medication contains the following active ingredient. If you are allergic to this ingredient or any components listed in the manufacturer’s pamphlet, do not use it.

  • Zinc

ALLERGIES:

This medication may cause an allergic reaction in rare cases.

Stop this medication and seek medical care if you experience:

  • Severe rash or hives
  • Facial swelling
    Difficulty breathing
  • Severe gastrointestinal distress

SIDE EFFECTS:

Common on an empty stomach:

  • Nausea
  • Upset stomach
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Metallic taste in the mouth

ACCURATE INFORMATION:

We evaluate the specific health information you provide and make our recommendations based on it. If you incorrectly provide that information, we may misdiagnose or fail to diagnose conditions that you may have which could affect our recommendation for treatment.

TREATMENT FAILURE:

This treatment is not 100% effective. It may not work or may only partially resolve the condition for which you are seeking treatment. If it is an emergency, call 911 or seek immediate medical help in person.

MISDIAGNOSIS AND DELAYED DIAGNOSIS:

There is also a risk that we will misdiagnose or fail to diagnose conditions that you may have which could affect our recommendation for treatment. This risk exists with a doctor in person as well but they may have additional signs and symptoms to aid their evaluation. We use an evidence-based practice and guidelines as well as clinical decision support to try to minimize these risks.

ACCEPTING OR DECLINING OUR RECOMMENDATION:

We recommend this treatment because the potential benefits of treatment outweigh the risks. You should evaluate this information as well as the manufacturer’s pamphlet, and any input from your in-person healthcare team, or other information to decide if this treatment plan is appropriate for you. You are free to decline our treatment recommendations although, doing so may prolong symptoms and be associated with negative outcomes.

OTHER TREATMENTS:

We have based our recommendation on your specific case and medical guidelines, but there may be alternative treatments or strategies that may be helpful to you. Some may be more or less effective than what we provide. Some treatments may require an in-person exam or procedure which we can’t provide.

SHARE WITH YOUR IN-PERSON HEALTHCARE TEAM:

You can access your records anytime. We strongly recommend that you update your in-person doctor, pharmacist, and the rest of your healthcare team to let them know about any new medicines you are taking or other changes in your health.