Cixtor-Z/Cixtor-Z Max

Cixtor-Z: Ascorbic acid, zinc.
Cixtor-Z Max: Ascorbic acid, zinc, vitamin D₃.

Cixtor-Z: Chewable tablet: Light orange to orange tablet with speckles, oval-shaped, with break line on one side and plain on the other side.
Each chewable tablet contains: Ascorbic Acid (as Sodium ascorbate equivalent to 562.43 mg) 500 mg, Zinc (as Zinc gluconate equivalent to 70.00 mg) 10 mg.
Syrup: Light to light orange syrup.
Each 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) contains: Ascorbic Acid (as Sodium Ascorbate) 97.5 mg, Zinc (as Zinc Ascorbate) 9 mg.
Oral drops: Light to light orange syrup.
Each mL contains: Ascorbic Acid (as Sodium Ascorbate) 45 mg, Zinc (as Zinc Ascorbate) 4.5 mg.
Cixtor-Z Max: Off-white to yellowish white crystalline powder encapsulated in slightly soft and slightly brittle empty gelatin capsule size #00 with Scarlet opaque cap and Scarlet opaque body.
Each capsule contains: Ascorbic Acid (as Sodium ascorbate equivalent to 562.43 mg) 500 mg, Zinc (as Zinc gluconate equivalent to 70.00 mg) 10 mg, Vitamin D₃ 1,000 IU.

Cixtor-Z: This nutritional supplement contains Vitamin C and Zinc.
Vitamin C and Zinc together help the body's natural defense against damaging free radicals (antioxidant effect) and boost immune function. Free radicals are highly reactive and unstable chemicals generated during normal body activities that require oxygen (e.g., respiration, digestion, blood circulation, immune system response increased physical activity, etc.) and after exposure to UV light, cigarette smoke and various pollutants. One major effect of zinc is on the ability of cells to properly replicate their DNA, which is required for cells to multiply. Hence, zinc is needed for normal growth, cell renewal and cell repair. Vitamin C and Zinc also function as cofactors of enzymes involved in collagen formation and synthesis. Collagen provides strength and elasticity to the skin and helps promote faster wound healing.
Cixtor-Z Max: This nutritional supplement contains Vitamin C, Zinc and Vitamin D₃.
Vitamin C and Zinc together help the body's natural defense against damaging free radicals (antioxidant effect) and boost immune function. Free radicals are highly reactive and unstable chemicals generated during normal body activities that require oxygen (e.g., respiration, digestion, blood circulation, immune system response, increased physical activity, etc.) and after exposure to UV light, cigarette smoke and various pollutants. One major effect of zinc is on the ability of cells to properly replicate their DNA, which is required for cells to multiply. Hence, zinc is needed for normal growth, cell renewal and cell repair. Vitamin C and Zinc also function as cofactors of enzymes involved in collagen formation and synthesis. Collagen provides strength and elasticity to the skin and helps promote faster wound healing.
Vitamin D₃ is an extremely important vitamin that has powerful effects on several systems throughout the body. It has many roles in the body, including modulation of cell growth, neuromuscular and immune function, and reduction of inflammation.

Cixtor-Z: Indicated for the treatment and prevention of Vitamin C and Zinc deficiencies.
Cixtor-Z Max: Indicated for the treatment and prevention of Vitamin C, Zinc and Vitamin D deficiencies as well as maintenance and support of immune system function.

Cixtor-Z: See table.

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Missed Dose: If the patient misses the dose for the day, just take the next dose and subsequent doses at the usual recommended schedule. Do not double the dose unless recommended by a physician.
Cixtor-Z Max: Adult Dose: 1 capsule daily or as prescribed by a physician.
Missed Dose: If the patient misses the dose for the day, just take the next dose and subsequent doses at the usual recommended schedule, i.e., once a day. Do not double the dose unless recommended by a physician.

Vitamin C: Prolonged intake of vitamin C in excess of 2 g/day may lead to nausea, abdominal cramps, diarrhea and nose bleeds.
Zinc: Rare occurrences of acute zinc poisoning have been reported. The toxicity signs observed after ingestion of high zinc doses (4-8 g) include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, metallic taste and lethargy (sleepiness).
If the patient has taken more than the recommended dosage, consult a physician.
Cixtor-Z Max: Vitamin D₃: Weakness, fatigue, sleepiness, headache, loss of appetite, dry mouth, metallic taste, nausea, vomiting, and others.

If the patient is allergic to any component in the product.

Inform physician before use if the patient is on a sodium restricted diet.
Do not take more than the recommended dose.
Consult a physician if any adverse effect occurs.
Do not use after the expiry date.

Vitamin C: Vitamin C is usually tolerated. However, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal cramps, fatigue, flushing, insomnia, and sleepiness have been reported with high doses of vitamin C, particularly ascorbic acid (i.e., 1 g or more daily).
Zinc: Gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and vomiting are seen with doses of elemental zinc greater than 40 mg.
Cixtor-Z Max: Vitamin D₃: Serious side effects of Vitamin D₃ include but are not limited to: Allergic reactions like rash or itching; Swelling of the face, throat, and tongue; Severe dizziness; Trouble breathing; Changes in heart rhythm including irregular or racing heart beat.
Rare Side Effects: Although it doesn't happen very often, Vitamin D can cause: Dry mouth, Headache, Vomiting, Weakness and lack of energy, Fatigue.

The amount of nutrients in the product is not expected to interact with food or medicines.
Cixtor-Z Max: Vitamin D₃: The patient should avoid taking Vitamin D₃ if he/she is taking the following drugs: Paricalcitol; Calcipotriene; Doxercalciferol; Mineral oil; Orlistat; Bile acid sequestrants like colesevelam, colestipol, cholestyramine.
Drugs like Orlistat, or bile acid sequestrants like those listed previously, can decrease or prevent the body from absorbing vitamin D and other fat-dependent vitamins, namely vitamins A, E, and K.
Separate Vitamin D₃ from these medications by at least 2 hours or take the Vitamin D₃ at bedtime to allow enough time to avoid interactions.
Also, be careful with drugs like: Digoxin; Aluminum hydroxide; Water pills like chlorthalidone, hydrochlorothiazide, and chlorothiazide; Magnesium hydroxide and magnesium citrate; Fosphenytoin.

Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C. Protect from heat and moisture.

Vitamins &/or Minerals

A11JB - Vitamins with minerals ; Used as dietary supplements.

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