A substance required for cell growth and tissue repair. It is being studied as a way to prevent or decrease mucositis caused by radiation therapy.

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... ZINC SALTS are needed by the body to maintain normal structure and function. Zinc supplements treat or prevent zinc deficiency in patients whose zinc needs are not supplied by a normal diet or who are receiving intravenous feeding. Zinc acetate (Galzin®) is also used to reduce the amount of copper in patients who have too much copper in their body (Wilson''s disease). Generic preparations of zinc capsules or tablets are available. ...
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