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Zinc untuk Upper Respiratory Tract Infections

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Meta-analysis of 7 trials demonstrates zinc lozenges at 75+ mg/day may reduce cold duration by 33% when started within 24 hours of symptom onset. Zinc acetate lozenges at 80-92 mg/day showed 40% duration reduction. Doses below 75 mg/day showed no effect.

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Kesimpulan

Meta-analysis of 7 trials demonstrates zinc lozenges at 75+ mg/day may reduce cold duration by 33% when started within 24 hours of symptom onset. Zinc acetate lozenges at 80-92 mg/day showed 40% duration reduction. Doses below 75 mg/day showed no effect.

Key Study Findings

Observational Study n=107 Open-label
Additive effect of free-choice olfactory training combined with pharmacotherapy: A retrospective analysis of post-viral olfactory …
Dose: tokishakuyakusan, zinc sulfate, methylcobalamin vs: medication alone Outcome: olfactory function improvement via T&T olfactometry Efek: OR=4.96 p=0.009

Populasi: patients with post-viral olfactory dysfunction (non-COVID)

Review
UCI Sports Nutrition Project: The Role of Nutrition in the Prevention and Management of Illnesses …
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: None Efek: None None

Populasi: Elite/professional cyclists nutrition review

Meta-Analysis
Effect of Oral Nutritional Supplementation on Health-Related Outcomes and Nutritional Biomarkers in Children and Adolescents …
Dose: Various oral nutritional supplements vs: Standard diet or placebo Outcome: Health outcomes and nutritional biomarkers Efek: None None

Populasi: Children/adolescents with undernutrition

Controlled Clinical Trial n=120 5 weeks Single-blind
Single-Center-Single-Blinded Clinical Trial to Evaluate the Efficacy of a Nutraceutical Containing Boswellia Serrata, Bromelain, Zinc, …
Dose: 20 or 30 days treatment vs: Standard treatment only (nasal aerosol) Outcome: Otoscopy, impedance, fibroscopy, pure auditory test Efek: None None

Populasi: Children with otitis media

Review
Associations of fine particulate matter and constituents with pediatric emergency room visits for respiratory diseases …
Dose: 31 μg vs: None Outcome: None Efek: None None

Populasi: respiratory disease

Key Statistics

15

Studi

1500

Peserta

Positive

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Peringkat

Referenced Papers

Pakistan journal of … 2013 33 sitasi
Acta scientiarum polonorum. … 2012 11 sitasi
American family physician 2012
International journal of … 2011 49 sitasi
Nihon Jibiinkoka Gakkai … 2009 1 sitasi
The Cochrane database … 2007 24 sitasi
Clinical evidence 2003
Clinical evidence 2003
American family physician 2002
Canadian journal of … 2001 72 sitasi
Zinc for the common cold. Systematic Review
The Cochrane database … 2000 294 sitasi
European journal of … 1996 54 sitasi
Nederlands tijdschrift voor … 1991
Clinica chimica acta; … 1986 15 sitasi
Southern medical journal 1978 3 sitasi

Dosage & Usage

mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units

Dosis yang Umum Digunakan

general:
8-11 mg/day
coldtreatment:
75-100 mg/day elemental zinc (lozenges, within 24h of onset, up to 2 weeks)
immunesupport:
15-30 mg/day

Batas atas: 40 mg/day (long-term)

Dosis yang Diteliti dalam Penelitian

Dosis Durasi Efek N
tokishakuyakusan, zinc sulfate, methylcobalamin -- Positive 107
None -- Mixed --
None -- Mixed --
Various oral nutritional supplements -- Positive --
20 or 30 days treatment 5 weeks Positive 120
31 μg -- Neutral --
94.57% -- Mixed --
None -- Mixed 387

Waktu terbaik diminum: Lozenges: dissolve slowly in mouth every 2-3h at cold onset; Supplements: with food to minimize nausea

Safety & Side Effects

Efek Samping yang Dilaporkan

  • Nausea and vomiting (especially on an empty stomach)
  • Metallic taste in the mouth
  • Copper depletion with chronic high-dose use (>40 mg/day)
  • Headache and diarrhea

Interaksi yang Diketahui

  • Copper supplements (zinc inhibits copper absorption at doses >40 mg/day)
  • Tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics (mutual absorption reduction)
  • Penicillamine (zinc reduces absorption of this rheumatoid arthritis drug)
  • Iron supplements (mutual absorption interference when taken together)

Asupan atas yang dapat ditoleransi: 40 mg/day (long-term)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Zinc help with Upper Respiratory Tract Infections?
Based on 15 studies with 1,500 participants, there is strong evidence from multiple clinical trials that Zinc may support Upper Respiratory Tract Infections management. Our evidence grade is A (Strong Evidence).
How much Zinc should I take for Upper Respiratory Tract Infections?
Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 8-11 mg/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
Are there side effects of Zinc?
Reported side effects may include Nausea and vomiting (especially on an empty stomach), Metallic taste in the mouth, Copper depletion with chronic high-dose use (>40 mg/day), Headache and diarrhea. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
How strong is the evidence for Zinc and Upper Respiratory Tract Infections?
We rate the evidence as Grade A (Strong Evidence). This rating is based on 15 peer-reviewed studies with 1,500 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

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