Zinnat 500 mg

Indication

Treatment of bacterial infections including respiratory tract infections (acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia, acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis), ear infections (acute otitis media), skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections, gonorrhoea (urethral and cervical), early Lyme disease, and pre-operative prophylaxis.

Ingredients

• Cefuroxime axetil 500 mg

Direction

Adults: 250–500 mg twice daily with food depending on type and severity of infection. Swallow whole; do not crush or chew. Take with or after food to enhance absorption. Duration as directed by physician.

Side effects

• Consult a doctor or pharmacist if any adverse effects occur. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if signs of serious allergic reaction appear such as difficulty breathing
• swelling of the face or throat
• or severe skin rash.

Precautions

• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use
• especially if allergic to penicillins or other cephalosporins. Stop use and seek medical attention if allergic reaction (rash
• breathing difficulty
• swelling) occurs.