Dose of zinc recommended for 9 month old during acute diarrhoea is:
Correct Answer: 20 mg daily
Description: Zinc supplement given during an acute diarrhoea episode reduces severity and duration of disease. WHO and UNICEF recommend that children <6 months be given 10 mg zinc daily, while children > 6 months be given 20 mg daily. The recommended duration for treatment is for 10 to 14 days. Ref: Park 21st edition, page 204.
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