Zinc Induced Liver Failure From Remedy to Ruin: Zinc Overload and Liver Failure

A 34-year-old woman experienced acute liver failure after taking high-dose zinc supplements for 3 weeks to treat a cold. Despite a thorough medical workup, no other cause for her liver failure was identified, leading to the conclusion that it was due to zinc overuse. This case highlights the potential for serious side effects, such as liver failure, from excessive zinc intake, despite its general reputation as a safe supplement. The case underscores the importance of considering supplement-induced hepatotoxicity in the differential diagnosis of liver injury.