| Toxicity by zinc is extremely rare. In case of
occurrence, it follows inhalation of zinc fumes, oral ingestion, or intravenous
administration. Signs and symptoms
Inhalation of zinc oxide fumes leads to metal fume fever manifested by fever, chills,
excessive salivation, headaches, coughs and leukocytosis.
Prevention and treatment
Discontinuation of the mineral will help in reversing the toxicity caused due to zinc.
Zinc
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