Diazinc Syrup 20mg

About Diazinc Syrup 20mg

Diazinc Syrup 20mg Uses

• Treats acute diarrhea in children as a zinc supplement alongside oral rehydration therapy
• Reduces the duration and severity of diarrheal episodes in children under five
• Helps prevent repeat diarrhea episodes for two to three months after treatment
• Supports normal growth and immune function during and after illness
• Used as a general zinc supplement for children with dietary zinc deficiency

Drug Class

• Trace mineral supplement (zinc salt)

What Experts Say

The World Health Organization and UNICEF recommend zinc supplementation alongside oral rehydration salts for every child with diarrhea. Zinc shortens the illness, reduces stool volume, and lowers the chance of a repeat episode within the next two to three months. Pediatricians in Pakistan follow this combined approach routinely, since diarrheal disease remains a leading cause of childhood illness in the country.

A ten to fourteen day course is standard, even after the diarrhea itself has settled, because the full course restores zinc stores and supports gut lining recovery. Doctors typically give a lower dose to infants under six months and a full dose to older children. Mild vomiting soon after the first dose is common and does not usually require stopping treatment.

Diazinc Syrup 20mg is available without a prescription and is generally well tolerated at the recommended dose. Parents are advised to consult a doctor if diarrhea lasts beyond a few days, if the child shows signs of dehydration, or if blood appears in the stool, since these signs point to a cause needing separate evaluation.

Diazinc Syrup 20mg formula

• Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate

Available forms

• Syrup

How to use Diazinc Syrup 20mg?

• Give 5ml (one teaspoonful) once daily to children aged 6 months and above
• Give 2.5ml (half teaspoonful) once daily to infants younger than 6 months
• Shake the bottle well before each use
• Give the dose between meals rather than with food
• Continue for the full 10 to 14 day course even after diarrhea stops
• Repeat the dose if the child vomits within 30 minutes of taking it

Drug Interactions

• Tetracyclines: Zinc can reduce the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics when taken together
• Quinolone antibiotics: Zinc can bind with quinolones such as ciprofloxacin and lower their absorption
• Iron supplements: Zinc and iron compete for absorption when taken at the same time
• Penicillamine: Zinc may reduce the effectiveness of this medicine used for conditions like Wilson's disease
• Calcium supplements: High calcium intake can reduce zinc absorption

Risks and warnings

• Hypersensitivity: Avoid use in children with a known allergy to zinc or any ingredient in the syrup
• Copper deficiency: Extended or excessive zinc use beyond the advised course can lower copper levels in the body
• Underlying illness: Diarrhea lasting more than a few days, high fever, or blood in the stool needs medical evaluation rather than home management alone
• Dehydration: Zinc syrup supports but does not replace oral rehydration salts for fluid loss

Diazinc Syrup 20mg Side Effects

• Nausea or vomiting, especially soon after the first dose
• Mild stomach upset or abdominal discomfort
• Metallic or unpleasant taste
• Loose stools in rare cases
• Headache, uncommon

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the bottle tightly closed and shake well before each use. Keep out of reach of children.