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Wilson's Disease Association International

About Wilson's Disease

Wilson's Disease is a genetic disorder that is fatal unless detected and treated before serious illness from copper poisoning develops. Wilson's Disease affects approximately one in 30,000 people worldwide. The genetic defect causes excessive copper accumulation in the liver or brain.

Small amounts of copper are as essential as vitamins. Copper is present in most foods (see Copper Content of Various Foods), and most people have much more copper than they need. Healthy people excrete copper they don't need but Wilson's Disease patients cannot.

Copper begins to accumulate immediately after birth. Excess copper attacks the liver or brain, resulting in hepatitis, psychiatric, or neurologic symptoms. The symptoms usually appear in late adolescence. Patients may have jaundice, abdominal swelling, vomiting of blood, and abdominal pain. They may have tremors and difficulty walking, talking and swallowing. They may develop all degrees of mental illness including homicidal or suicidal behavior, depression, and aggression. Women may have menstrual irregularities, absent periods, infertility, or multiple miscarriages. No matter how the disease begins, it is always fatal if it is not diagnosed and treated.

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Generic Zinc Options

Gluzin™ Pharmaceutical Grade Zinc's active ingredient is Zinc Gluconate (also called zincum gluconium) which is a zinc salt that provides a good source of Zinc mineral. There are many types of zinc salt, but Zinc Gluconate is known to be more soluble than other zinc salts, and friendlier to the stomach.

NOW AVAILABLE: Gluzin™ easy-to-swallow zinc gluconate (25 mg and 50 mg) capsules that helps support and promote*:

   >> Blocking the absorption of excess copper in the body
   >> Healthy zinc levels
   >> A healthy immune system
   >> Balances interactions of essential trace elements in the body
   >> Healthy DNA synthesis and metabolism

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Gluzin – Wilson’s Disease Association Zinc OTC Option

WDA Medical Advisory Committee Gluzin Review Gluzin 50 mg and 25 mg Pharmaceutical Grade Zinc Gluconate has been reviewed by WDA Medical Advisory Committee and is considered a good generic OTC Zinc option for WDA Members.

Zinc Digest, published in The Copper Connection Zinc is the treatment of choice for the maintenance therapy of Wilson disease because of its ability to block the intestinal absorption of copper. Not all supplements are created equal. There are some important factors to consider when selecting an appropriate Zinc supplement, such as fillers and binders, as well as purity of raw materials. Zinc Digest is published in The Copper Connection that have news and updates on WDA members that have made the switch. When you think Zinc, think Gluzin.