Chromium Chloride (0.4mg) + Copper Sulphate (0.4mg) + Manganese Sulphate (1mg) + selenious acid (0.02mg) (Medical Monograph)

Overview

A fixed-dose combination of essential trace minerals (Chromium, Copper, Manganese, and Selenium) formulated as a nutritional supplement. It is primarily indicated for the prevention and treatment of deficiencies of these specific trace elements, which are critical cofactors for numerous enzymatic and metabolic processes in the body. In the Indian context, it is often used as an adjunct in conditions of increased metabolic demand, poor nutritional intake, or malabsorption.

Uses

  • Prevention and treatment of documented or suspected deficiencies of Chromium, Copper, Manganese, and Selenium.
  • Nutritional supplementation in conditions of increased requirements: prolonged illness, convalescence, post-surgery, malabsorption syndromes.
  • Adjunct in the management of impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes mellitus (for Chromium's role in insulin sensitivity).

Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Mild gastrointestinal discomfort
  • Altered taste (metallic taste)

Detailed Pharmacology

The components act as essential cofactors for critical metalloenzymes and selenoenzymes involved in macronutrient metabolism, antioxidant defense, connective tissue synthesis, and neurological function.

Available Brands in India

BrandManufacturerPrice
Zincovit CT Cipla Ltd. ₹120 - ₹180 for 15 tablets strip
Becozyme CT GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd. ₹200 - ₹280 for 15 capsules
Supradyn CN Bayer India Ltd. ₹250 - ₹350 for 15 tablets
Becosules Z CT Pfizer Ltd. (Now part of Pfizer) ₹180 - ₹240 for 15 capsules
Vitalet ZN Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. ₹100 - ₹160 for 15 tablets