How to stop stomach pain from zinc?

My grandmother always suggests drinking warm buttermilk for any metallic irritation in the stomach. However, zinc is known to cause gastric distress if the dose is too high, so it is best to consult your doctor to adjust the strength.

As a diabetic, I have to be very careful with stomach issues. When zinc irritated my stomach, I avoided sweet remedies and had a bowl of fresh, unsweetened curd. It cooled my stomach down without affecting my blood sugar levels.

Please don't ignore persistent stomach pain by thinking it is just the zinc tablet. I once ignored severe stomach cramps assuming it was just my supplements, and it turned out to be a severe ulcer that required hospital care. If the pain is sharp and won't go away, go see a doctor immediately.

Zinc is very harsh on an empty stomach. The easiest practical solution is to never take it first thing in the morning; always take it right after a proper lunch. If it is hurting now, just lie down and keep a warm bag on your stomach.