Life Extension Zinc Caps and Zinc Lozenges: Dose Guide

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    Life Extension has two zinc products at Supps247: Zinc Caps, a capsule for daily use, and Zinc Lozenges, which dissolve in the mouth. Zinc is an essential mineral used by the immune system and in wound healing, taste and protein building.

    At a glance

    Product Format
    Zinc Caps Capsule, swallowed
    Zinc Lozenges Lozenge, dissolved in the mouth

    What to know

    Adults need 8 mg of zinc a day for women and 14 mg for men. The adult upper level in the Australian and New Zealand Nutrient Reference Values is 40 mg a day from all sources. Check the amount per capsule or lozenge on the label. High strength zinc products can be at or above that level in a single serve, and lozenges are meant for short term use only. Long term high dose zinc can cause copper deficiency.

    Who should check first

    • Taking a multivitamin or ZMA: add up your zinc.
    • Taking antibiotics or penicillamine: zinc can block their absorption. Take them at least two hours apart.
    • Pregnant or breastfeeding: check with your doctor first.

    How to use and where to buy

    Follow the label and take zinc with food to avoid nausea. Shop Life Extension zinc online at Supps247 with Australia-wide delivery or click and collect, or browse more from Life Extension.

    Checked against the product listing on 12 November 2026. Always read the label and follow the directions. General information, not medical advice.