ZINACEF 1.5 g.

What is and contents Zinacef
Zinacef is in the form of powder for injection. Each vial contains 750 mg or 1,5 g of the active ingredient cefuroxime (cefuroxime) in the form of cefuroxime sodium (cefuroxime sodium).
 
 
Who manufactures the drug, and is authorized to use
Zinacef produced by GlaxoSmithKIine
 
 
How does drug
The active substance of Zinacef - cefuroxime is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin. Bactericidal cephalosporin act ie kill pathogens (microorganisms that cause infections) and inhibit the synthesis of cell walls.
Zinacef is active against a wide range of common pathogens, including many ampicillin-resistant and amoxicillin-resistant bacterial strains.
 
 
What medicine is used
With Zinacef can be treated respiratory diseases, ear, nose, throat, urinary system, reproductive system, intestines, stomach, gall bladder, bones, joints, soft tissue, skin, envelopes the brain (meningitis), and severe general infections. Zinacef can be administered for the treatment of gonorrhea, especially in case of intolerance to penicillin. It is also used to prevent infections after certain surgeries.
Sometimes Zinacef is administered in combination with other antibiotics to treat or prevent infections.
 
 
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ZINACEF
If the answer to either question is "yes", tell your doctor before starting drug administration:
• Do you have an allergy to cefuroxime, other cephalosporins and penicillins?
• Are you pregnant or trying to get pregnant?
• Breast milk it?
• Have you examined your urine for sugar? Zinacef can affect the results of these tests.
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking, even those you buy without a prescription.
 
 
How to take Zinacef
Zinacef should always be administered by a qualified medical practitioner. The usual dosage of the drug is:
Adults - 750 mg three times a day intravenously or intramuscularly. In severe infections, the dosage is greater -1,5 mg three times a day intravenously. In some cases, the drug may be added to the bank to drip. Children - dose depends on the age and weight.
 
For intramuscular Zinacef 750 mg should be dissolved in 3 ml of water for injections. Shake gently to give an opaque opaque suspension. For intravenous use Zinacef 750 mg should be dissolved in a minimum of 6 ml, and Zinacef 1,5 g in 15 ml water for inzhektsii.V cases in which the drug is added to the bank drip Zinacef 1,5 g was dissolved in 50-100 ml water for injection is added to the bank and be made short intravenous infusion (e.g.. to 30 minutes).
The exact dose that you receive depends on the type of infection, age and your health. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you. It is possible for some infections the doctor you apply Zinacef (cefuroxime sodium) twice a day for several days, and then continue the same oral antibiotic tablets - Zinnat (cefuroxime axetil).
 
 
After taking the drug
Undesirable effects
 
Zinacef does not cause problems for most people who take it. However, like any other drug, in some patients the product can lead to side effects.
 
 
Tell your doctor if you experience any of the following symptoms:
• Swelling or pain at the injection site.
• itching, discoloration or peeling of the skin.
• Headache.
• Mild diarrhea or nausea.
• A bruise impact than usual.
 
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any of these side effects:
• Severe diarrhea or nausea and severe pain in the stomach.
• Bleeding from the rectum.
 
Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any of these side effects:
• Sudden wheezing, chest tightness.
• Swelling of eyelids, face or lips.
• Raised skin rash or hives anywhere on the body.
Inform your doctor if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if there is something you worry about disturbing or do not understand.
 
 
HOW TO STORE THIS MEDICINE
Keep out of reach of children. Zinacef Store at temperatures below 25 ° C.
Protect from light.
After reconstitution Zinacef can be used within 5 hours if stored at room temperature or within 24 hours if stored at +2 ° C to +8 ° C (in a refrigerator).
Do not use after the expiry date shown on the packaging.