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Prednisolone and zinc supplement

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Hello, I ordered some Biotin supplement after seeing it recommended here. I notice it contains zinc. I have seen somewhere that prednisolone can react with zinc. Is this correct please?

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It is mainly that pred depletes zinc so it is logical to supplement. But don't take more than is recommended.

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