Zinc
A mineral that supports immune function, wound healing, DNA and protein synthesis, and the sense of taste.
What it is
Zinc is a nutrient people need to stay healthy. It helps the immune system fight off invading bacteria and viruses, and the body also uses zinc to make DNA and proteins, heal wounds, and support a proper sense of taste. Common supplement forms include zinc sulfate, zinc acetate, and zinc gluconate; it isn't clear whether one form is absorbed better than the others.
Known interaction categories
- Monitor
- Insufficient evidence
- Use caution
Published interaction pages on this site
Insufficient evidence (30)
- Zinc and AmlodipineInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and AshwagandhaInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and AspirinInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and AtorvastatinInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and CaffeineInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and CalciumInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)Insufficient evidence
- Zinc and CreatineInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and EscitalopramInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and Folate / Folic AcidInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and IbuprofenInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and LevothyroxineInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and LisinoprilInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and LosartanInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and MelatoninInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and MetforminInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and Omega-3 / Fish OilInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and OmeprazoleInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and PotassiumInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and ProbioticsInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and SertralineInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and SpironolactoneInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and St. John's WortInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and TurmericInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and Vitamin B12Insufficient evidence
- Zinc and Vitamin CInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and Vitamin DInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and Vitamin EInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and Vitamin KInsufficient evidence
- Zinc and WarfarinInsufficient evidence
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Last reviewed 2026-08-22
Medical information disclaimer: this information is general and educational. It does not diagnose conditions, prescribe treatment, or determine whether a combination is safe for you personally. Follow your prescription label and ask a pharmacist or clinician before starting, stopping, or combining products. Full disclaimer.