Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Micro +4 Regular Strength
What is MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH used for?
MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH is used with other nutrition products that are given to you through an infusion into your vein. It is given to you when you cannot eat normally. It helps maintain normal levels of nutrients (zinc, copper, manganese and chromium).
How does MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH work?
Zinc, copper, manganese and chromium are essential nutrients for your body. MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH works by maintaining normal levels of these nutrients in your blood. This helps prevent problems when levels of these nutrients are low.
What are the ingredients in MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH?
Medicinal ingredients: zinc (as zinc sulfate heptahydrate), copper (as cupric sulfate pentahydrate), manganese (as manganese sulfate monohydrate), chromium (as chromic chloride hexahydrate).
Non-medicinal ingredients: nitric acid, water for injection.
MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH comes in the following dosage form: liquid (1 mg zinc / mL, 0.4 mg copper / mL, 0.1 mg manganese / mL, 4 mcg chromium / mL).
Do not use MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH if you:
- are allergic to zinc, copper, manganese, chromium or to any of the other ingredients of MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH or to a component of the container.
To help avoid side effects and ensure proper use, talk to your healthcare professional before you take MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH. Talk about any health conditions or problems you may have, including if you:
- have a liver condition where there is a blockage of the bile duct.
- have kidney disease.
- have diabetes.
are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
- are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH passes into breastmilk.
Tell your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including any drugs, vitamins, minerals, natural supplements or alternative medicines.
There are no known relevant interactions at this time.
How to take MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH:
- MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH will be given to you into your vein by a healthcare professional.
- Your healthcare professional will make sure that MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH is prepared correctly before it is given to you.
- Your healthcare professional will routinely monitor the nutrient levels in your blood.
Usual dose:
Your healthcare professional will decide on the actual dose of MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH that is right for you based on your age, body weight and medical condition.
Overdose:
If you think you, or a person you are caring for, have taken too much MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH, contact your healthcare professional, hospital emergency department or regional poison control centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.
What are possible side effects from using MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH?
There are no known side effects at this time. If you experience any side effects, tell your healthcare professional.
Reporting Side Effects
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
- Visiting the Web page on Adverse Reaction Reporting (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/medeffect-canada/adverse-reaction-reporting.html) for information on how to report online, by mail or by fax; or
- Calling toll-free at 1-866-234-2345.
NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.
Storage:
Your healthcare professional will store MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGHT at 15 - 30°C. Protect from light. Protect from freezing.
Keep out of sight and reach of children.
If you want more information about MICRO +4 REGULAR STRENGTH:
- Talk to your healthcare professional.
- Find the full product monograph that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this Patient Medication Information by visiting the Health Canada website (https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/index-eng.jsp); the manufacturer’s website www.sandoz.ca or by calling 1-800-361-3062.
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Revised on NOV 4, 2025