Zinnat is a brand product that contains Cefuroxime, which is a type of cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by destroying the bacterial cell walls to kill the bacteria.
It is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, such as urinary-tract infections (UTIs), bacterial otitis media, acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, bacterial skin infection, and gonorrhea.
Zinnat is available as tablets or oral suspension. The usual dose for adults and adolescents (13 years and older) is 250-500 mg twice daily for 7-10 days, depending on the type of infection.
Usual doses in children (3 months to 12 years) are 20-30 mg/kg/day, and taken twice daily for 10 days.
Common dosing schedule:
This schedule is for reference only, adjustments may be made according to individual needs.
Some common medications Zinnat may interact with:
In Hong Kong, Zinnat is a prescription only medicine, and requires a prescription from a doctor to be purchased in a pharmacy. It can also be obtained from doctors. To find a pharmacy near you, refer to the list of pharmacies (“Authorized Sellers of Poisons”) from the Hong Kong Department of Health.
For more information about drug names and ingredients, you can visit Hong Kong’s Drug Office at https://www.drugoffice.gov.hk
Need more information?
For detailed information about the use of Zinnat in children, pregnancy and breastfeeding, and for questions about drug interactions, please check with your pharmacist or doctor.
Disclaimer: our goal is to provide you with the most relevant drug information and common dosage for Hong Kong. This information does not constitute medical advice. For specific treatment recommendations and advice, always discuss with your doctor or pharmacist, and follow the instructions included with your specific medicine.
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