Question 1

a 14 year old has had two bouts of fever within one month.paracetamol, azithromycin, and zinat have been given. now his sgpt is 156 and sgot is 76. could it be due to the long term intake of cetrizine 5mg daily for allergies?

Accepted Answer

Fever: The symptoms are unlikely to be related to either allergies or long term intake of zyrtec (cetirizine). He needs to be monitored closely, keep following up with the pediatrician.

Question 2

need to make appt with dr. zia?

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Question 3

how long dose zanac stay in your system?

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: It depends on kidney function, 10-25 hrs.

Question 4

can i take one pill of zinic on the daily basis ?

Accepted Answer

You can: Watch out for gastrointestinal upset as this can happen with zinc supplementation.

Question 5

do animals get zika?

Accepted Answer

Some information: The confirmed hosts which can manufacture Zika virus in sufficient quantity to pass it along to other mosquito vectors include primates (meaning monkeys) and Humans. It remains unknown if other mammal species are able to become ill due to Zika, and thus far no other species are known natural hosts. However, absence of evidence is not equivalent to evidence of absence. Sexual transmission suspected

Question 6

how does zicam work?

Accepted Answer

Failed Smell Test: Zicam (zinc gluconate; matrixx initiatives, inc) was originally introduced as a homeopathic remedy for the common cold. In 2009, the fda ordered zicam's manufacturer, matrixx initiatives of scottsdale, ariz., to stop selling all topical products because it damages users' sense of smell. (lim et a. Zicam-induced damage to mouse and human nasal tissue, plos one. 2009 oct 30;4(10):e7647.).

Question 7

can zinc help grow at 15?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful: There are no studies showing an benefit from Zinc supplementation at 15yo (or any age, for that matter) to aid in growing, whether you're referring to height or weight. Best to eat healthy, exercise regularly and choose your parents carefully. And consider checking in w/your Family Doc or Pediatrician if you're the shortest in your class by far, just in case you're growth hormone deficient.

Question 8

how does zinc affect the body?

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Trace element: Zinc is one of the trace elements needed for the activity of certain enzymes, including enzymes involved in DNA synthesis.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 9

how effective are zicam and airborne?

Accepted Answer

OTC medications: Over-the-counter medications appear to be helpful for some individuals. Unfortunately, some otc medications have never been proven to be effective in controlled studies. Beware of medications that do not site published studies, but rely only on testamonials. Even in controlled drug studies, it is not uncommon for up to 40% of those in the placebo group (untreated) to experience symptom relief.

Question 10

how to reduce your zinc in your body?

Accepted Answer

Why do you ask?: If you have self-diagnosed based on a list of symptoms at a website by an "independent medical thinker", or have been to a lab that tests metals on everybody (these folks are mostly charlatans), i hope you'll reconsider. Please get with an evidence-based physician who's savvy about nutrition and trace metals; if you've already done this, there's no further need to ask. Good luck.

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A 14 year old has had two bouts of fever within one month.paracetamol, azithromycin, and zinat have been given. now his sgpt is 156 and sgot is 76. could it be due to the long term intake of cetrizine 5mg daily for allergies?

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Need to make appt with dr. zia?

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