Meta Information

ID:zinc-gluconate

Name:Zinc Gluconate

Schema Version:1.5

Alternate Names

• Zincum Gluconicum

Active Compound

Zinc

Intervention Type

therapeutic_agent

Delivery

Route:

oral

Scope:

• systemic

Regulatory Status

• us:dietary_supplement
• eu:food_supplement

Indication

Focus:

healthspan

Description:

Supports immune function, antioxidant defense, and cellular repair, primarily by preventing or correcting age-related zinc deficiency.

Typical Protocol

• Typical daily supplementation ranges from 15-30 mg of elemental zinc.
• It is often recommended to take with food to minimize gastrointestinal upset.
• Long-term supplementation should be monitored or balanced with copper to prevent deficiency.

Expected Cost Mean

Low Cost:

5

High Cost:

15

Cost Type:

monthly

Description:

Widely available over-the-counter supplement; not covered by insurance unless prescribed for deficiency.

Summary

Zinc is an essential mineral critical for immune cell function, DNA repair, and as a cofactor for antioxidant enzymes like superoxide dismutase (SOD). Supplementation aims to counteract age-related declines in zinc levels and immune function (immunosenescence), thereby mitigating chronic inflammation and supporting cellular integrity.

Purpose

Essential mineral for immune function and antioxidant defense.

Card Summary

An essential mineral supplement that supports robust immune function, antioxidant defense, and cellular repair, particularly important for older adults at risk of deficiency.

Drug Class

zinc

Drugs In Class

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Impact

Score:

4.5

Justification:

Corrects common age-related deficiencies, supporting foundational immune and antioxidant systems.

Evidence

Grade:

A

Score:

8.5

Justification:

Extensive human RCTs and meta-analyses confirm its role in immune function.

Safety

Score:

3

Justification:

Generally safe below the 40mg/day UL, but high doses risk copper deficiency.

Flags

• Chronic high-dose intake (>40 mg/day) can induce copper deficiency and associated anemia.
• May interfere with the absorption of quinolone and tetracycline antibiotics.
• Can cause nausea or gastrointestinal upset, especially when taken on an empty stomach.

Verdict

A key mineral for maintaining immune health, especially with age.

Created

2026-05-06T18:39:26.527594Z

Ai Model

Gemini 2.5 Pro (High)