General Dosage
30-50 mg elemental zinc daily
Maximum dose: 40 mg/day (NIH Upper Tolerable Intake Level for adults); higher doses used short-term under medical supervision
Zinc Dosage Guide
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Dosage Recommendations
General recommendation: 30-50 mg elemental zinc daily
Timing: Take with food to reduce nausea; avoid taking with high-fiber meals or calcium supplements • Take with food for best absorption.
Dosage by Condition
Inflammatory acne
30-45 mg elemental zinc daily for 12 weeksStrong
Wound healing
40-50 mg daily during healing periodStrong
General skin health
15-30 mg dailyModerate
Zinc deficiency correction
50 mg daily for 2-3 monthsStrong
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Inflammatory acne | 30-45 mg elemental zinc daily for 12 weeks | Strong |
| Wound healing | 40-50 mg daily during healing period | Strong |
| General skin health | 15-30 mg daily | Moderate |
| Zinc deficiency correction | 50 mg daily for 2-3 months | Strong |
Upper limit: 40 mg/day (NIH Upper Tolerable Intake Level for adults); higher doses used short-term under medical supervision
Timing & Absorption
Take with food to reduce nausea; avoid taking with high-fiber meals or calcium supplements
Best taken with food for optimal absorption.
References
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