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ZINC: 2,318 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile

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2,318
Total FAERS Reports
460 (19.8%)
Deaths Reported
745
Hospitalizations
2,318
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
291
Life-Threatening
202
Disabilities
Apr 14, 2025
FDA Approved
COSMAX USA, CORP
Manufacturer
Prescription
Status
Yes
Generic Available

Drug Class: Copper Absorption Inhibitor [EPC] · Route: TOPICAL · Manufacturer: COSMAX USA, CORP · FDA Application: 018959 · HUMAN OTC DRUG · FDA Label: Available

First Report: 19710101 · Latest Report: 20250909

What Are the Most Common ZINC Side Effects?

#1 Most Reported
Drug ineffective
605 reports (26.1%)
#2 Most Reported
Off label use
578 reports (24.9%)
#3 Most Reported
Macular degeneration
452 reports (19.5%)

All ZINC Side Effects by Frequency

Side Effect Reports % of Total Deaths Hosp.
Drug ineffective 605 26.1% 57 276
Off label use 578 24.9% 137 406
Macular degeneration 452 19.5% 0 206
Pain 335 14.5% 68 293
Malaise 297 12.8% 79 284
Nausea 296 12.8% 77 266
Dyspepsia 255 11.0% 52 229
Infusion related reaction 247 10.7% 61 243
Therapeutic product effect incomplete 230 9.9% 19 222
Headache 226 9.8% 60 203
Pyrexia 225 9.7% 8 215
Chronic sinusitis 214 9.2% 0 185
Weight decreased 208 9.0% 7 198
Abdominal pain 197 8.5% 25 181
Constipation 189 8.2% 9 181
Paraesthesia oral 188 8.1% 0 184
Procedural pain 187 8.1% 0 184
Condition aggravated 180 7.8% 98 114
Female genital tract fistula 173 7.5% 0 146
Rash 169 7.3% 95 132

Who Reports ZINC Side Effects? Age & Gender Data

Gender: 79.5% female, 20.5% male. Average age: 53.1 years. Most reports from: CA. View detailed demographics →

Is ZINC Getting Safer? Reports by Year

YearReportsDeathsHosp.
2001 2 0 1
2002 1 0 1
2003 2 0 2
2004 1 0 1
2005 2 1 0
2007 2 0 2
2008 2 0 0
2009 4 0 0
2010 3 1 0
2011 4 1 1
2012 5 1 2
2013 4 0 1
2014 25 2 5
2015 30 11 12
2016 16 4 2
2017 43 2 15
2018 56 1 38
2019 45 14 21
2020 176 30 67
2021 62 6 16
2022 51 1 14
2023 26 0 8
2024 34 1 12
2025 9 1 2

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What Is ZINC Used For?

IndicationReports
Product used for unknown indication 1,253
Covid-19 170
Rheumatoid arthritis 77
Prophylaxis against solar radiation 64
Foetal exposure during pregnancy 61
Hepato-lenticular degeneration 54
Parenteral nutrition 43
Mineral supplementation 33
Depression 32
Abdominal discomfort 30

ZINC vs Alternatives: Which Is Safer?

ZINC vs ZINC\ZINC ZINC vs ZIPRASIDONE ZINC vs ZIPRASIDONE\ZIPRASIDONE ZINC vs ZITHROMAX ZINC vs ZIV-AFLIBERCEPT ZINC vs ZOCOR ZINC vs ZOFENOPRIL ZINC vs ZOFRAN ZINC vs ZOLADEX ZINC vs ZOLBETUXIMAB

Official FDA Label for ZINC

Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.

Drug Description

Zinc Sulfate Injection, USP is a sterile, clear, colorless solution, essentially free from visible particles intended for use as a trace element and an additive to intravenous solutions for parenteral nutrition. 10 mg per 10 mL Pharmacy Bulk Package vial: Each mL contains 1 mg of zinc present as a 2.46 mg of zinc sulfate and water for injection, q.s. 30 mg per 10 mL Pharmacy Bulk Package vial: Each mL contains 3 mg of zinc present as 7.41 mg of zinc sulfate and water for injection, q.s. 25 mg per 5 mL Pharmacy Bulk Package vial: Each mL contains 5 mg of zinc present as 12.32 mg of zinc sulfate and water for injection, q.s. All presentations do not contain preservatives. The pH range is 2 to 4; pH may be adjusted with sulfuric acid. 1 mg/mL of Zinc Sulfate Injection contains no more than 1,500 mcg/L of aluminum and has a calculated osmolarity of 33 mOsmol/L. 3 mg/mL of Zinc Sulfate Injection contains no more than 2,500 mcg/L of aluminum and has a calculated osmolarity of 96.5 mOsmol/L. 5 mg/mL of Zinc Sulfate Injection contains no more than 2,500 mcg/L of aluminum and has a calculated osmolarity of 157.2 mOsmol/L. Zinc sulfate heptahydrate, USP has a molecular weight of 287.54 g/mol and a formula of ZnSO 4 ·7H 2 O. structural formula

FDA Approved Uses (Indications)

Drug Facts Active Ingredients Active Ingredients Purpose Zinc Oxide 22.0% Sunscreen Uses ■ helps prevent sunburn ■ higher SPF gives more sunburn protection ■ provides high protection against sunburn ■ if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions ), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun Warnings For external use only. Do not use on damaged or broken skin. When using this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating Reapply: ■ at least every 2 hours ■ Children under 6 months of age: Ask a doctor Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a broad-spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: ■ limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. ■ wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses.

Other Information

Protect the product in this container from excessive heat and direct sun.

Inactive Ingredients

Dimethicone, Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Silica, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 20, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethyl Ferulate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Bisabolol, Phenoxyethanol, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Chloride, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower)

Seed

Oil, Sodium Citrate, Melanin, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ascorbic Acid, Retinyl Palmitate, Beta-Glucan, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary)

Leaf

Extract, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Iron Oxides.

Dosage & Administration

AND ADMINISTRATION

  • Pharmacy Bulk Package. Not for direct intravenous infusion. ( 2.1 )
  • See full prescribing information for information on preparation, administration, and general dosing considerations. ( 2.1 , 2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4 )

Recommended

Dosage and Monitoring ( 2.5 )

  • Zinc Sulfate Injection provides 1 mg/mL of zinc.
  • Zinc Sulfate Injection in a concentration of 1 mg/mL is recommended for use in pediatric patients, particularly those weighing less than 12 kg.
  • Individualize the dosage based upon the patient's clinical condition, nutritional requirements, and the contribution of oral or enteral zinc intake.
  • The dosage of Zinc Sulfate Injection should be individualized based on the patient’s clinical condition, nutritional requirements, and the contribution of oral or enteral zinc intake.
  • Adults : The recommended adult dosage is 3 mg/day for metabolically stable patients, with potential need for a higher daily dosage in monitored patients with small bowel fluid loss or excess stool or ileostomy output.
  • Pediatrics: The recommended dosage in pediatric patients is shown by age and estimated weight. The dosages in the table are general recommendations intended for most pediatric patients. However, based on clinical requirements, some patients may require a higher dosage.

Population Estimated

Weight for Age Recommended Daily Dosage Pediatric Patients 10 kg and above 50 mcg/kg (up to 3 mg/day) 5 kg to less than 10 kg 100 mcg/kg Term Neonates 3 kg to less than 5 kg 250 mcg/kg* Preterm Neonates Less than 3 kg 400 mcg/kg *Term neonates have higher requirements in the first 3 months of life

  • Monitor zinc concentrations and signs and symptoms of zinc deficiency, especially in pediatric patients, during treatment. Zinc concentrations may vary depending on the assay used and the laboratory reference range. The collection, processing, and storage of the blood samples for zinc analysis should be performed according to the laboratory’s sample requirements. Zinc concentrations in hemolyzed samples are falsely elevated due to release of zinc from erythrocytes. The lower end of the reported range in healthy adults in serum is 60 mcg/dL.

2.1 Important Administration Information Zinc Sulfate Injection is supplied as a pharmacy bulk package for admixing use only. It is not for direct intravenous infusion . Prior to administration, Zinc Sulfate Injection must be transferred to a separate parenteral nutrition container, diluted and used as an admixture in parenteral nutrition solutions. The final parenteral nutrition solution is for intravenous infusion into a central or peripheral vein. The choice of a central or peripheral venous route should depend on the osmolarity of the final infusate. Solutions with osmolarity of 900 mOsmol/L or greater must be infused through a central catheter <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]</span> .

2.2 Preparation and Administration Instructions

  • Zinc Sulfate Injection is not for direct intravenous infusion . Prior to administration, Zinc Sulfate Injection must be prepared and used as an admixture in parenteral nutrition solutions.
  • Zinc Sulfate Injection is to be prepared only in a suitable work area such as a laminar flow hood (or an equivalent clean air compounding area). The key factor in the preparation is careful aseptic technique to avoid inadvertent touch contamination during mixing of solutions and addition of other nutrients.
  • Visually inspect the diluted parenteral nutrition solution containing Zinc Sulfate Injection for particulate matter before admixing, after admixing, and prior to administration.

2.3 Preparation Instructions for Admixing Using a Parenteral Nutrition Container

  • Inspect Zinc Sulfate Injection Bulk Pharmacy Package for particulate matter.
  • Transfer Zinc Sulfate Injection to the parenteral nutrition container following the admixture of amino acids, dextrose, lipid emulsion (if added), and electrolytes solutions.
  • Because additives may be incompatible, evaluate all additions to the parenteral nutrition container for compatibility and stability of the resulting preparation. Consult with pharmacist, if available.Questions about compatiblity may be directed to Piramal Critical Care. If it is deemed advisable to introduce additives to the parenteral nutrition container, use aseptic technique.
  • Inspect the final parenteral nutrition solution containing Zinc Sulfate Injection to ensure that:
  • Precipitates have not formed during mixing or addition on additives.
  • The emulsion has not separated, if lipid emulsion has been added. Separation of the emulsion can be visibly identified by a yellowish streaking or the accumulation of yellowish droplets in the admixed emulsion.
  • Discard if any precipitates are observed. Stability and Storage
  • Penetrate vial closure only one time with a suitable sterile transfer device or dispensing set that allows measured dispensing of the contents.
  • Use Zinc Sulfate Injection for admixing promptly once the sterile transfer set has been inserted into the Pharmacy Bulk Package container or not more than 4 hours at room temperature 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) (25ºC/77ºF) after the container closure has been penetrated. Discard any remaining drug.
  • Use parenteral nutrition solutions containing Zinc Sulfate Injection promptly after mixing. Any storage of the admixture should be under refrigeration from 2ºC to 8ºC (36ºF to 46ºF) and limited to a period of time no longer than 9 days. After removal from refrigeration, use promptly and complete the infusion within 24 hours. Discard any remaining admixture.
  • Protect the admixed parenteral nutrition solution from light.

2.4 Dosing Considerations

  • The dosage of the final parenteral nutrition solution containing Zinc Sulfate Injection must be based on the concentrations of all components in the solution and the recommended daily nutritional requirements [see Dosage and Administration (2.5)] . Consult the prescribing information of all added components to determine the recommended nutritional requirements for dextrose and lipid emulsion, as applicable.
  • Prior to administration of parenteral nutrition solution containing Zinc Sulfate Injection, correct severe fluid, electrolyte and acid-base disorders.

2.5 Recommended Dosage and Monitoring in Adult and Pediatric Patients

  • Zinc Sulfate Injection provides 1 mg/mL of zinc.
  • Zinc Sulfate Injection in a concentration of 1 mg/mL is recommended for use in pediatric patients, particularly those weighing less than 12 kg
  • The dosage of Zinc Sulfate Injection should be individualized based on the patient’s clinical condition, nutritional requirements, and the contribution of oral or enteral zinc intake.

Adults

The recommended adult dosage is 3 mg/day for metabolically stable patients, with potential need for a higher daily dosage in monitored patients with small bowel fluid loss or excess stool or ileostomy output.

Pediatric Patients

The recommended pediatric dosage is shown in Table 1 by age and estimated weight. The dosages in Table 1 are general recommendations intended for most pediatric patients. However, based on clinical requirements, some patients may require a higher dosage.

Table

1: Recommended Dosage of Zinc Sulfate Injection for Pediatric Patients by Age and Estimated Weight Population Estimated Weight for Age Recommended Daily Dosage Pediatric Patients 10 kg and above 50 mcg/kg (up to 3 mg/day) 5 kg to less than 10 kg 100 mcg/kg Term Neonates 3 kg to less than 5 kg 250 mcg/kg* Preterm Neonates Less than 3 kg 400 mcg/kg *Term neonates have higher requirements in the first 3 months of life Monitoring Monitor zinc concentrations during treatment. Also monitor patients clinically for signs and symptoms of zinc deficiency, especially in pediatrics. Zinc concentrations may vary depending on the assay used and the laboratory reference range. The collection, processing, and storage of the blood samples for zinc analysis should be performed according to the laboratory’s sample requirements. Zinc concentrations in hemolyzed samples are falsely elevated due to release of zinc from erythrocytes. The lower end of the reported range in healthy adults in serum is 60 mcg/dL.

Contraindications

Zinc Sulfate Injection is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to zinc [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) ]. ​Known hypersensitivity to zinc ( 4 , 5.6 ).

Known Adverse Reactions

REACTIONS No zinc-related adverse reactions have been reported in clinical studies or post-marketing reports in patients receiving intravenously administered parenteral nutrition solutions containing zinc sulfate within the recommended dosage range. The following were identified in clinical studies or post-marketing reports. Because some of these reactions were reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure: Adverse reactions with other components of parenteral nutrition solutions:

  • Pulmonary embolism due to pulmonary vascular precipitates [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ]
  • Vein damage and thrombosis [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ]
  • Aluminum toxicity [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] Adverse reactions with the use of zinc-containing products administered by other routes of administration:
  • Copper deficiency [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ) ]
  • Hypersensitivity reactions [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) ] No zinc-related adverse reactions in patients receiving intravenously administered parenteral nutrition solutions containing zinc within the recommended dosage range. ( 6 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Piramal Critical Care at 1-888-822-8431 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .

See

17 for PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION. Revised: 04/2022

FDA Boxed Warning

BLACK BOX WARNING

Boxed Warnings For external use only.

  • Do not use on damaged or broken skin.
  • When using this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove.
  • Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs.
  • Keep out of reach of children. If product is swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Warnings

AND PRECAUTIONS

  • Pulmonary Embolism due to Pulmonary Vascular Precipitates : If signs of pulmonary distress occur, stop the infusion and initiate a medical evaluation. ( 5.1 )
  • Vein Damage and Thrombosis : Solutions with osmolarity of 900 mOsmol/L or more must be infused through a central catheter. ( 2.1 , 5.2 )
  • Aluminum Toxicity : Increase risk in patients with renal impairment, including preterm infants ( 5.3 , 8.4 )
  • Monitoring and Laboratory Tests : Monitor fluid and electrolyte status, serum osmolarity, blood glucose, liver and kidney function, blood count and coagulation parameters throughout treatment. ( 5.4 , 2.4 )
  • Copper Deficiency : If signs and symptoms develop, interrupt treatment with Zinc Sulfate Injection and check zinc, copper, and ceruloplasmin levels. ( 5.5 )
  • Hypersensitivity Reactions : If reactions occur, discontinue Zinc Sulfate Injection and initiate appropriate medical treatment. ( 5.6 )

5.1 Pulmonary Embolism due to Pulmonary Vascular Precipitates Pulmonary vascular precipitates causing pulmonary vascular emboli and pulmonary distress have been reported in patients receiving parenteral nutrition. The cause of precipitate formation has not been determined in all cases; however, in some fatal cases, pulmonary emboli occurred as a result of calcium phosphate precipitates. Precipitation has occurred following passage through an in-line filter; in vivo precipitate formation may also have occurred. If signs of pulmonary distress occur, stop the parenteral nutrition infusion and initiate a medical evaluation. In addition to inspection of the solution <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 , 2.3 )]</span> , the infusion set and catheter should also periodically be checked for precipitates.

5.2 Vein Damage and Thrombosis Zinc Sulfate Injection has a low pH and must be prepared and used as an admixture in parenteral nutrition solutions. It is not for direct intravenous infusion. In addition, consider the osmolarity of the final parenteral nutrition solution in determining peripheral versus central administration. Solutions with an osmolarity of 900 mOsmol/L or greater must be infused through a central catheter [ see Dosage and Administration (2.1)] . The infusion of hypertonic nutrient solutions into a peripheral vein may result in vein irritation, vein damage, and/or thrombosis. The primary complication of peripheral access is venous thrombophlebitis, which manifests as pain, erythema, tenderness or a palpable cord. Remove the catheter as soon as possible, if thrombophlebitis develops.

5.3 Aluminum Toxicity Zinc Sulfate Injection contains aluminum that may be toxic. Aluminum may reach toxic levels with prolonged parenteral administration if kidney function is impaired. Preterm infants are particularly at risk for aluminum toxicity because the kidneys are immature, and they require large amounts of calcium and phosphate solutions, which also contain aluminum. Patients with impaired kidney function, including preterm infants, who receive greater than 4 to 5 mcg/kg/day of parenteral aluminum can accumulate aluminum at levels associated with central nervous system and bone toxicity. Tissue loading may occur at even lower rates of administration. Exposure to aluminum from Zinc Sulfate Injection is not more than 0.6 mcg/kg/day. When prescribing Zinc Sulfate Injection for use in parenteral nutrition containing other small volume parenteral products, the total daily patient exposure to aluminum from the admixture should be considered and maintained at no more than 5 mcg/kg/day [ see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.4 )] .

5.4 Monitoring and Laboratory Tests Monitor zinc concentrations, fluid and electrolyte status, serum osmolarity, blood glucose, liver and kidney function, blood count and coagulation parameters throughout treatment <span class="opacity-50 text-xs">[see Dosage and Administration ( 2.4 )]</span> .

5.5 Copper Deficiency Several post-marketing cases have reported that high doses of supplemental zinc (approximately 10 times the recommended dosage of 3 mg/day Zinc Sulfate Injection in adults) taken over extended periods of time (i.e., months to years) may result in decreased enteral copper absorption and copper deficiency. The cases reported the following complications of copper deficiency: anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, myeloneuropathy, and nephrotic-range proteinuria [ see Adverse Reactions ( 6 ) ]. If a patient develops signs and symptoms of copper deficiency during treatment with Zinc Sulfate Injection, interrupt zinc treatment and check zinc, copper, and ceruloplasmin levels. Copper deficiency should be treated with supplemental copper administration and discontinuation of zinc supplementation.

5.6 Hypersensitivity Reactions Hypersensitivity reactions to subcutaneously administered zinc-containing insulin products were identified in postmarketing case reports. Reported reactions included injection site induration, erythema, pruritus, papular rash, generalized urticaria, facial swelling, and dyspnea. Patients did not manifest symptoms after changing to zinc-free insulin or another insulin product with a reduced amount of zinc. In some cases, allergy testing confirmed the allergy to the zinc component of the insulin product. If hypersensitivity reactions occur, discontinue Zinc Sulfate Injection and initiate appropriate medical treatment [ see Contraindications ( 4 ) ].

Precautions

PRECAUTIONS General Zinc acetate is not recommended for the initial therapy of symptomatic patients because of the delay required for zinc-induced increase in enterocytic metallothionein and blockade of copper uptake. Symptomatic patients should be treated initially, using chelating agents. During initial therapy, neurological deterioration may occur as stores of copper are mobilized. Once initial therapy has been completed, and the patient is clinically stable, maintenance treatment with zinc acetate can be considered, but patients may be continued on initial therapy as clinically indicated. Information for Patients Patients should take GALZIN ® on an empty stomach, at least one hour before or two to three hours after meals. Capsules should be swallowed whole, not opened or chewed. In the rare event of gastric intolerance of zinc, generally occurring with the morning dose, this dose may be taken between breakfast and lunch. Patients must be clinically monitored to determine the adequacy of zinc acetate therapy. Since strict adherence to the zinc regimen is essential for optimal control of copper distribution and metabolism, the physician must reinforce the need for compliance at each contact with the patient.

Monitoring Patients

Patients should be monitored primarily by assessment of existing signs and symptoms of Wilson’s disease and 24-hour urine copper. Neuropsychiatric evaluations including speech as well as liver function tests including bilirubin and aminotransferases, should be done as appropriate. The urinary excretion of copper is an accurate reflection of the body status of copper when patients are not on chelation therapy. The clinician should be aware that urinary copper levels are usually increased with chelation therapy such as penicillamine or trientine. Adequate zinc therapy will eventually decrease urinary copper excretion to 125 μg per 24 hours or less. A significant trend upward indicates impending loss of copper control. The non-ceruloplasmin plasma copper (also known as free copper) is obtained by subtracting the ceruloplasmin-bound copper from the total plasma copper. Each mg of ceruloplasmin contains 3 μg of copper. In the United States study, non-ceruloplasmin plasma copper concentration was kept below 20 μg/dL. Urine and plasma for copper determinations should be collected in copper-free containers and assayed with equipment capable of accurately measuring copper at levels as low as 0.01 μg/mL. An additional monitoring tool, if available, is the amount of radioactivity measured in the plasma 1 or 2 hours after orally administered 64 copper. In adequately controlled patients, the amount is less than 1.2% of the administered dose. The level of hepatic copper should not be used to manage therapy since it does not differentiate between potentially toxic free copper and safely bound copper. In all treated patients, 24-hour urinary zinc levels may be a useful measure of compliance with the zinc acetate regimen.

Drug Interactions

Pharmacodynamic studies in Wilson’s disease patients failed to demonstrate drug interactions between zinc acetate (50 mg t.i.d.) and ascorbic acid (1 g daily), penicillamine (1 g daily), and trientine (1 g daily). Therefore, precautions for zinc acetate effects do not seem necessary when Wilson’s disease patients are taking vitamin C or approved chelating agents. However, no data are available to demonstrate that zinc acetate should be added to other drugs used for the treatment of Wilson’s disease patients or is safe.

Nursing Mothers

Zinc does appear in breast milk and zinc-induced copper deficiency in the nursing baby may occur. Therefore, it is recommended that women on zinc therapy not nurse their babies.

Pediatric Use

Results of observations in a small number of patients in the two clinical trials suggest that pediatric patients aged 10 years and above can be adequately maintained at doses between 75 to 150 mg elemental zinc daily in divided doses. No patients below the age of 10 years have been studied. Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility Zinc acetate has not been tested for its carcinogenic potential in long-term animal studies, for its mutagenic potential or for its effect on fertility in animals. However, testing with other salts of zinc (zinc oxide, zinc stearate, zinc sulfate) did not reveal a mutagenicity potential in in vitro Ames assays, and human embryonic lung cell chromosomal aberration assay, and in in vivo rat dominant lethal assay, and rat bone marrow cell chromosomal aberration assay. Other salts of zinc (zinc oxide, zinc chloride, zinc citrate, zinc maleate, zinc carbonate, zinc sulfate) and pure zinc dust at oral doses up to 326 mg/Kg/day (18 times the recommended human dose based on body surface area) were found to have no effect on fertility and reproductive performance of male and female rats. Pregnancy: Teratogenic Effects. Studies in pregnant women have not shown that zinc acetate or zinc sulfate increases the risk of fetal abnormalities if administered during all trimesters of pregnancy. If this drug is used during pregnancy, the possibility of fetal harm appears remote. Because studies cannot rule out the possibility of harm, however, zinc acetate should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. While zinc acetate should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed, copper toxicosis can develop during pregnancy if anti-copper therapy is stopped. Oral teratology studies have been performed with zinc sulfate in pregnant rats at doses up to 42.5 mg/Kg/day (2 times the recommended human dose based on body surface area), mice at doses up to 30 mg/Kg/day (1 time the recommended human dose based on body surface area), rabbits at doses up to 60 mg/Kg/day (6 times the recommended human dose based on body surface area) and hamsters at doses up to 88 mg/Kg/day (5 times the recommended human dose based on body surface area) and have revealed no evidence of impaired fertility or harm to the fetus due to zinc sulfate. (See CLINICAL TRIALS ).

Drug Interactions

Drug Interactions Pharmacodynamic studies in Wilson’s disease patients failed to demonstrate drug interactions between zinc acetate (50 mg t.i.d.) and ascorbic acid (1 g daily), penicillamine (1 g daily), and trientine (1 g daily). Therefore, precautions for zinc acetate effects do not seem necessary when Wilson’s disease patients are taking vitamin C or approved chelating agents. However, no data are available to demonstrate that zinc acetate should be added to other drugs used for the treatment of Wilson’s disease patients or is safe.

Active Ingredient

Active ingredients Zinc oxide 22% Purpose Sunscreen Inactive Ingredients Inactive ingredients dicaprylyl carbonate, isononyl isononanoate, coco-caprylate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, ethylhexyl palmitate, hydrogenated dimer dilinoleyl/dimethylcarbonate copolymer, magnesium stearate, argania spinosa kernel oil, tocopherol, caesalpinia spinosa fruit pod extract, helianthus annuus (sunflower) sprout extract, sodium hyaluronate, tocopheryl acetate, maltodextrin, phenethyl alcohol, polyhydroxystearic acid, trinydroxystearin, mica, aqua (water), ethylhexylglycerin, sodium benzoate, iron oxides (CI 77499), titanium dioxide (Cl 77891)

Inactive Ingredients

Inactive ingredients Every Day Mineral Sun Screen Active SPF 45 (75mL, 50mL and 946mL) & Natural Mineral Sunscreen Extreme Elements SPF 45 (75mL)

Deionized

Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Isoamyl Laurate, Vegetarian Glycerin, Polyglyceryl- 3 Oleate, Propanediol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl- 3 Dimer Dinoleate, Mica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Chloride, Ethyl lauroyl arginate HCl, Jojoba Esters, Olive Squalane Oil, Extracts of Alaria Esculenta (Wakame Seaweed), Olea Europa (Olive) Leaf*, Camellia Sinenis (Green Tea) Leaf*, Ocimum Tinuiflorum (Tulsi) Leaf*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root* Extract, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Mixed Tocopherols, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Silica, Xanthan Gum. *ORGANIC INGREDIENTS Every Day Mineral Sun Screen Tint SPF 45 (75mL, 50mL and 946mL)

Deionized

Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Isoamyl Laurate, Vegetarian Glycerin, Polyglyceryl- 3 Oleate, Propanediol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl- 3 Dimer Dinoleate, Mica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Chloride, Ethyl lauroyl arginate HCl, Jojoba Esters, Olive Squalane Oil, Extracts of Alaria Esculenta (Wakame Seaweed), Olea Europa (Olive) Leaf*, Camellia Sinenis (Green Tea) Leaf*, Ocimum Tinuiflorum (Tulsi) Leaf*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root* Extract, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Mixed Tocopherols, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Silica, Xanthan Gum, Iron Oxides, (C.I.77492, C.I.77491, C.I.77499). *ORGANIC INGREDIENTS Every Day Mineral Sun Screen 4 Kids SPF 45 (75mL, 50mL and 946mL)

Deionized

Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Isoamyl Laurate, Vegetarian Glycerin, Polyglyceryl- 3 Oleate, Propanediol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl- 3 Dimer Dinoleate, Mica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Chloride, Ethyl lauroyl arginate HCl, Jojoba Esters, Olive Squalane Oil, Extracts of Alaria Esculenta (Wakame Seaweed), Olea Europa (Olive) Leaf*, Camellia Sinenis (Green Tea) Leaf*, Ocimum Tinuiflorum (Tulsi) Leaf*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root* Extract, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Mixed Tocopherols, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Silica, Xanthan Gum. *ORGANIC INGREDIENTS Every Day Mineral Sun Screen Shimmer SPF 45 (75mL, 50mL and 946mL)

Deionized

Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Isoamyl Laurate, Vegetarian Glycerin, Polyglyceryl- 3 Oleate, Propanediol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl- 3 Dimer Dinoleate, Mica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Chloride, Ethyl lauroyl arginate HCl, Jojoba Esters, Olive Squalane Oil, Extracts of Alaria Esculenta (Wakame Seaweed), Olea Europa (Olive) Leaf*, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf*, Ocimum Tinuiflorum (Tulsi) Leaf*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root* Extract, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Mixed Tocopherols, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Silica, Xanthan Gum, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate (and)

Iron

Oxides C.I.77492 *ORGANIC INGREDIENTS Happy Ocean Mineral Sunscreen SPF 45 (75mL) and Happy Ocean Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF 45 (75mL)

Deionized

Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Isoamyl Laurate, Vegetarian Glycerin, Polyglyceryl- 3 Oleate, Propanediol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl- 3 Dimer Dinoleate, Mica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Chloride, Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate HCl, Jojoba Esters, Olive Squalane Oil, Extracts of Alaria Esculenta (Wakame Seaweed), Olea Europa (Olive) Leaf*, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf*, Ocimum Tinuiflorum (Tulsi) Leaf*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root* Extract, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Mixed Tocopherols, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Silica, Xanthan Gum, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate (and)

Iron

Oxides C.I.77492 *ORGANIC INGREDIENTS Makai Beauty SPF 45 Mineral Sunscreen (75mL) and Counting Coral Everyday Mineral Sunscreen SPF 45 (75mL)

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf

Juice*, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root* Extract, Deionized Water, Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate, Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate HCl, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Chamomile) Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf (White Tea) Extract, Alaria Esculenta (Wakame Seaweed) Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea)

Leaf

Extract*, Ocimum Tenuiflorum (Tulsi)

Leaf

Extract*, Olea Europaea (Olive)

Leaf

Extract* in Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Isoamyl Laurate, Jojoba Esters, Mica, Mixed Tocopherols, Olive Squalane Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Propanediol, Silica, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Stearoyl glutamate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Vegetarian Glycerin, Xanthan Gum *ORGANIC INGREDIENTS Makai CC Cream Deionized Water, Aqueous Extracts (Chamomile, Green Tea Leaf*, Hibiscus, Olive Leaf*, Tulsi Leaf*, Wakame Seaweed*), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Aloe Leaf Juice, Cocoglycerides, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, Polyhdroxystearic Acid, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Olivate, Methylcellulose, Olive Squalane Oil, Coconut Oil*, Stearic Acid, Acrylates Copolymer, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Sorbitan Palmitate, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Alumina, Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Iron Oxides (CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499), Jojoba Esters *ORGANIC INGREDIENTS