Pure Encapsulations Zinc Chewables 100 Chewable Tablets is a natural orange-flavoured food supplement providing 10mg of zinc, as zinc citrate, in each chewable tablet. It's dosed differently for children and adults, and the 100-tablet pack offers a chewable alternative to standard zinc capsules.

Key Features

• Provides 10mg of zinc as zinc citrate per tablet: a moderate, single-tablet dose in an easy-to-take chewable format, useful for anyone who finds capsules difficult to swallow.
• Natural orange flavour: chewable and flavoured with natural orange flavouring, making it easier for children and adults who dislike swallowing tablets.
• Age-specific dosing: children aged 4-13 take 1 tablet daily, while adults and children 14 and over can take 1-3 tablets daily as directed, so the same pack suits more than one age group.
• Free from gluten and GMOs, and formulated to be hypoallergenic: suits people managing common food sensitivities.
• Supports normal immune function and cell division: zinc contributes to these processes as part of a varied, balanced diet.

How much zinc is in each tablet, and how many should I take?

Each chewable tablet provides 10mg of zinc as zinc citrate. Children aged 4-13 should take 1 tablet daily with a meal. Adults and children aged 14 and over can take 1 tablet, 1-3 times daily with a meal, or as directed by a health professional. There's no stated dose for children under 4, so check with a healthcare professional before giving it to a younger child.

Is it safe for adults to take 3 tablets a day?

Three tablets a day provides 30mg of zinc, which is above the NHS guidance of not taking more than 25mg of zinc from supplements a day unless advised to by a doctor. Two tablets a day (20mg) stays within this guidance. If you're considering the higher end of the dose range regularly, it's worth checking with a pharmacist or GP first.

What's the difference between Zinc Chewables and Pure Encapsulations Zinc 30 capsules?

Zinc Chewables provide zinc as zinc citrate in a chewable, orange-flavoured tablet, with a lower per-tablet dose (10mg) that can be adjusted by taking more than one. Zinc 30 provides a higher fixed dose of 30mg as zinc picolinate in a swallowable vegetarian capsule, taken once daily. Zinc Chewables suit people who find capsules hard to swallow or want a lower, more flexible dose, including children aged 4 and over; Zinc 30 suits adults who want a single, higher daily dose in capsule form.

Why does this contain xylitol, and is that a problem?

Xylitol is a sugar alcohol used here as a sweetener in the chewable tablet. It's a common ingredient in sugar-free chewables, but it's toxic to dogs and other pets, so keep the pack safely out of their reach as well as away from children.

What does zinc do, and why might I need it?

Zinc contributes to normal immune function and normal cell division as part of a varied, balanced diet.

Each chewable tablet provides:

*Nutrient Reference Value

Other ingredients: xylitol, mannitol, natural orange flavour with other natural flavours, hydroxypropyl cellulose, ascorbyl palmitate, citric acid.

This product is gluten-free, non-GMO and formulated to be hypoallergenic.

Children aged 4-13: take 1 chewable tablet daily, with a meal.

Adults and children aged 14 and over: take 1 chewable tablet, 1-3 times daily, with a meal, or as directed by a health professional.

Do not exceed the recommended dose unless advised by a healthcare professional.

Contains xylitol, which is toxic to dogs and other pets. Keep this product safely away from pets as well as out of reach of children.

Taking 3 tablets a day provides 30mg of zinc, above the NHS guidance of not taking more than 25mg of zinc from supplements a day unless advised otherwise by a doctor. High daily zinc intake over an extended period can reduce how much copper the body absorbs, which may lead to anaemia and weakened bones. If you're considering the higher end of the dose range regularly, speak to a pharmacist or GP first.

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to conceive, have a health condition, or are taking any medication, consult a healthcare professional before use.

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.

Store in a cool, dry place.

Zinc supplements are generally well tolerated when taken as directed. Taking more zinc than recommended may cause nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach cramps or headache. Stop taking this product and seek medical advice if you experience persistent digestive discomfort or any other unusual symptoms.