Zinc for Warts

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What is zinc?

Zinc is a mineral that helps your immune system fight infections. Research shows that taking zinc daily for 4-8 weeks can help clear warts. Both zinc gluconate and zinc sulfate have been studied in clinical trials.

Is zinc safe?

Zinc is generally safe and well-tolerated, even for people with weakened immune systems. However, do not take zinc if you have liver disease.

Does zinc interact with other medications?

Yes. Zinc can reduce how well certain medications work if you take them at the same time:

  • Antibiotics: doxycycline, minocycline, ciprofloxacin

  • Bone-strengthening medicine: alendronate (Fosamax)

  • Blood thinner: warfarin (Coumadin)

How to avoid problems:
Take zinc at least 2 hours before or 4–6 hours after these medicines.

How to use zinc for warts:

  1. Buy an over-the-counter zinc supplement
    Choose a trusted brand. Also available in chewables.

  2. Take zinc as directed on the label
    Stick with it daily until the warts go away (usually 1–3 months).

  3. Use with other treatments
    Zinc can safely be combined with other wart treatments.

  4. Restart if needed
    If warts come back, you can start zinc again.

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