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Side Effects of Zinc Supplements?

There are hundreds of medical benefits in zinc supplements and most of the doctors prescribe them. Still, zinc supplements can also have side effects which lead to more harmful results.

Urinary Tract Complications

Overdose of zinc supplements also cause urinary tract infections and complications. Urinary complications like urinary tract infections, urinary retention and other urinary problems. The side effects of zinc supplements also include increase in calcium buildup which leads to kidney stones.

Heart Problems and Chest Pain

Zinc supplements cause heartburn or indigestion in some cases. These side effects take place when you take overdose of zinc supplements. Heartburn and indigestion occur hardly ever and chest pain is a sign for these side effects. While taking zinc tablets, you should follow your physician's recommendations very strictly. Taking a 100 mg dose of zinc supplements regularly can lead to heart infections.

Fever and Chills

Occasionally, fever and chills will take place while having zinc supplements but these are rare happenings. Fever and chills occur when a toxicity caused if you intake too much of zinc supplements. It is proved that if you take too much zinc it may lead to heart infections or other organs. Fever is a basic symptom for a serious infection.  
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