HI Doctor.. Recently I Have Done Blood Test My Zinc

Posted on Sat, 1 Jun 2019

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Question : HI Doctor.. Recently I have done blood test my zinc level is very high 213.. its mentioned as too toxic..

How to reduce d zinc level?

Last six month I have been taking NexPro 40 mg for ulcer and acid reflux.

Is that the reason for increase in zinc level?

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Nexpro is not related to elevated zinc

Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir/Mam

I can certainly understand your concern.
I have worked through your attached query in detail.

Elevated zinc levels in your case are not related to Nexpro pill

Elevated zinc levels should be carefully evaluated further through appropriate tests.

It’s advisable to limit further intake of zinc supplements or capsules.

Further management if any is largely based on test results.

Post your further queries if any.

Thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Suresh Heijebu (19 hours later)

How to reduce the zinc level naturally?

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
No such natural ways

Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir/Ma'am

There are no such natural ways to reduce body zinc.

You should make sure not to consume zinc rich foods and avoid zinc supplementation.

Post your further questions if any
Thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana