Ultra Zinc + is a complex nutritional formula containing zinc, vitamins A and B6 plus magnesium.

Zinc maintains male reproductive system and prostate health and supports sperm motility.

Zinc is important for skin health as it supports wound healing and connective tissue health. Zinc also maintains taste sensation.

Ultra Zinc + contains vitamin A to support eye function and healthy vision.

Zinc and vitamin A are antioxidants that reduce free radicals formed in the body and support healthy immune system function.

Vitamin B6 assists the metabolism of protein, carbohydrates and fats and the synthesis of neurotransmitters.

• Zinc amino acid chelate equiv. zinc 20mg
• Zinc citrate dihydrate equiv. zinc 17mg
• Zinc gluconate equiv. zinc 13mg
• Magnesium amino acid chelate equiv. magnesium 20mg
• Pyridoxine hydrochloride 20mg (equiv. Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) 16.5mg)
• Retinol acetate 450 micrograms RE (equiv. vitamin A 1500IU)

Adults: Take 1 capsule daily, with food, or as directed by your health professional.

Does not contain egg, milk, peanut, tree nuts, animal products, gluten, lactose or artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.

WARNINGS:

When taken in excess of 3000 micrograms retinol equivalents, vitamin A can cause birth defects. If you are pregnant, or considering becoming pregnant, do not take vitamin A supplements without consulting your doctor.

The recommended daily amount of vitamin A from all sources is 700 micrograms retinol equivalents for women and 900 micrograms retinol equivalents for men. Contains zinc which may be dangerous if taken in large amounts or for a long period. Vitamin and mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.

DRUG INTERACTIONS:

Contraindicated with retinoid medication (including acitretin, isotretinoin, accutane or roaccutane) - vitamin A supplements should not be taken concurrently due to potential vitamin A toxicity.

Caution with NSAIDs, cephalexin, penicillamine and quinolone antibiotics and tetracycline antibiotics - zinc interferes with their absorption and vitamin A may reduce their effectiveness. Separate dose by 3 hours.

Caution with amiloride (diuretic) - drug can reduce zinc excretion, leading to zinc accumulation.

Caution with eltrombopag - zinc may reduce drug absorption. Separate dose by 4 hours.

Caution with levodopa - vitamin B6 reduces drug effects. However, this effect is prevented by the administration of a dopadecarboxylase inhibitor (e.g. benserazide, carbidopa) with levodopa, as is common clinical practice.

Caution with phenobarbital/phenobarbitone and phenytoin (anticonvulsants) - vitamin B6 may reduce serum concentrations. Monitor.

Caution with oral contraceptives - concurrent use may increase vitamin A levels.

Caution with aspirin and paracetamol - zinc and vitamin A may reduce their effectiveness. Separate dose by 2HRS

Caution with calcium supplements - zinc and calcium compete for common intestinal absorption sites. Separate zinc and calcium supplements by at least 2 hours.