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Zinc для 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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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 или: medication alone Outcome: olfactory function improvement via T&T olfactometry Эффект: OR=4.96 p=0.009

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

Review
Exploiting the vulnerability of SARS-CoV-2 with a partnership of mucosal immune function and nutrition: a …
Dose: None или: None Outcome: None Эффект: None None

Популяция: None

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

Популяция: 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 или: Standard diet or placebo Outcome: Health outcomes and nutritional biomarkers Эффект: None None

Популяция: 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 или: Standard treatment only (nasal aerosol) Outcome: Otoscopy, impedance, fibroscopy, pure auditory test Эффект: None None

Популяция: Children with otitis media

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

Популяция: respiratory disease

Key Statistics

15

Исследования

1500

Участники

Positive

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Оценка

Referenced Papers

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Dosage & Usage

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

Часто используемые дозировки

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

Верхний предел: 40 mg/day (long-term)

Дозировки, изученные в исследованиях

Дозировка Длительность Эффект 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

Лучшее время приёма: Lozenges: dissolve slowly in mouth every 2-3h at cold onset; Supplements: with food to minimize nausea

Safety & Side Effects

Зарегистрированные побочные эффекты

  • 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

Известные взаимодействия

  • 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)

Допустимый верхний уровень потребления: 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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