30 mg of zinc as zinc citrate per capsule: a clearly stated, single-mineral dose, useful if you want a standalone zinc supplement rather than one bundled into a multivitamin.
Divided dosing with meals: the suggested use is 1 to 2 capsules a day, in divided doses, with meals, so you can take a lower or higher daily amount depending on need.
Vegan, hypoallergenic capsule: the capsule shell is made from cellulose and water, filled with a hypoallergenic plant-fibre (cellulose), and free from common allergens.
Worth checking your total daily amount: at 30 mg per capsule, even a single capsule already exceeds the 25 mg a day that UK guidance considers the safe upper limit for supplemental zinc taken long-term, which matters if you're planning to take this regularly rather than short-term.

How long can I take this for?

UK guidance advises against taking more than 25 mg of supplemental zinc a day on a long-term basis, because doing so is more likely to lead to a copper deficiency, which can cause tiredness and anaemia. A single capsule of this product already provides 30 mg, above that guidance, so it's worth discussing ongoing, longer-term use with a pharmacist or doctor rather than taking it indefinitely without checking.

Can I take this alongside antibiotics?

Zinc can bind to certain antibiotics, including the tetracycline and quinolone families, in the gut, reducing how well both the antibiotic and the zinc are absorbed. If you've been prescribed one of these antibiotics, it's generally recommended to take zinc at least 2 hours before, or 4 to 6 hours after, your antibiotic dose, and to check with your pharmacist or doctor about the timing.

Why does this include ascorbyl palmitate alongside zinc?

Ascorbyl palmitate is a fat-soluble form of vitamin C, included in this formula in a small amount alongside the zinc citrate. It is listed as part of the formula rather than being the product's main active ingredient, which remains zinc.

Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount per capsule
Zinc (as zinc citrate)	30 mg
Ascorbyl palmitate	4 mg

Other ingredients: hypoallergenic plant fibre (cellulose); vegan capsule shell (cellulose and water).

Usage and Instructions

Take 1 to 2 capsules a day, in divided doses, with meals. Store in a cool, dry place.

Warnings

A single capsule already provides more zinc than the 25 mg a day that UK guidance considers the safe upper limit for long-term supplemental use; taking more than this for an extended period is more likely to cause a copper deficiency, which can lead to tiredness, anaemia and, in more serious cases, immune or neurological effects. Discuss ongoing use beyond a short period with a pharmacist or doctor.

Zinc can interact with certain antibiotics, including the tetracycline and quinolone families, reducing the absorption of both. Take zinc at least 2 hours before, or 4 to 6 hours after, these antibiotics, and tell your pharmacist or doctor about any supplements you're taking.

Keep out of reach of children. Use only if the safety seal is intact. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have any medical condition, or take any medication, consult a healthcare professional before use.

Side Effects

Zinc supplements can cause nausea, vomiting or a metallic taste in some people, particularly if taken on an empty stomach; taking it with meals, as directed, may help. Taking more than the UK's recommended long-term upper limit of 25 mg a day can lead to copper deficiency, with symptoms such as tiredness and anaemia, and in more serious or prolonged cases, effects on the immune system. This is not a complete list of possible reactions. If you experience a reaction that concerns you, stop taking the product and speak to a pharmacist or doctor.