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Zinc 50 mg

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  • Zinc: 50mg is 1.2× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (40mg)
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What the Evidence Says

✨ AI-generated · Qwen 3.6 · grounded in 1 source · methodology

Zinc is an essential mineral that supports immune function and cellular metabolism, with strong evidence supporting its role in health. However, the 50 mg dosage exceeds the recommended daily upper limit for adults. This high concentration may lead to safety concerns, such as copper deficiency or gastrointestinal distress.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

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Safety Alerts

Zinc: 50mg is 1.2× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (40mg)

✨ AI-generated · Qwen 3.6 · grounded in 2 sources · methodology

This product received a lower safety score because it contains 50mg of zinc, which exceeds the recommended daily upper limit of 40mg.

Label

Product Label

Label for Zinc 50 mg
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Details

Label Data

1 Caplet(s)
Serving Size
250
Servings
Mineral
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

50 mg (455% DV)
Exceeds UL by 1.2× (UL: 40 mg) 263 studies (A:6, B:134)

Other Ingredients

Cellulose Dicalcium Phosphate Silica Magnesium Stearate Stearic Acid
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified Nutrient
Unverified All Other
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Directions: For adults, take one (1) caplet daily, preferably with a meal.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

Formulation Notes

(Zinc Gluconate)

Vegetarian

No artificial color, flavor or sweetener, no sugar, no starch, no milk, no lactose, no soy, no gluten, no wheat, no yeast, no fish. Sodium free.

Additional Information

Puritan’s Pride supplements are produced from the finest raw materials under stringent quality control standards. State-of-the-art manufacturing and packaging facilities ensure you the highest quality nutritional supplements money can buy. When it comes to your health...choose the best.

Store at room temperature.

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Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 74312 12063 3
DSLD Entry Date2024-09-25
Product TypeMineral
FormOther (e.g. tea bag)
BrandPuritan's Pride
DSLD ID318346
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

397
Research Sources
55
Avg Quality
200
Meta Analysis
68
Rct
58
Systematic Review
53
Clinical Trial
9
Cochrane Review
2
Narrative Review
2
Regulatory Source
1
Observational
1
Other
1
Openfda Safety
A Zinc supplementation for improving pregnancy and infant outcome
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
A Zinc supplementation for preventing mortality, morbidity, and growth failure in children aged 6 months to 12 years
Narrative Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2023 PubMed DOI
A Oral zinc for treating diarrhoea in children
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2016 PubMed DOI
A Zinc supplements for preventing otitis media
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2014 PubMed DOI
A Zinc for the prevention or treatment of acute viral respiratory tract infections in adults: a rapid systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Meta Analysis BMJ open 2021 PubMed DOI
A Zinc supplements for preventing otitis media
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2010 PubMed DOI
A Zinc supplements for preventing otitis media
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2012 PubMed DOI
A Compression bandages or stockings versus no compression for treating venous leg ulcers
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
A Zinc supplementation for mental and motor development in children
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2012 PubMed DOI
A Zinc for the common cold
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2013 PubMed DOI
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