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Zincap medicine 500mg contains the main ingredient is Cefuroxim axetil 500mg, a second generation Cephalosporin antibiotic. Zincap 500 is indicated for the treatment of respiratory and urinary tract infections,...
1. Indications for medicine Zincap 500
Zincap medicine 500 mg is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment of otitis media, tonsillitis, laryngitis, sinusitis, pharyngitis. Pneumonia, acute bronchitis and exacerbation of chronic bronchitis. Cystitis, urethritis, pyelonephritis. Pimples, pustular dermatitis, impetigo. Typhoid fever. Gonorrhea, acute gonorrhea urethritis and cervicitis.
2. Dosage of Zincap 500
Reference dose of Zincap 500 for children:
Treatment of otitis media: Use a dose of 250mg, taken 2 times a day. Common infections: Oral dose of 125mg, 2 times / day. Reference dose of Zincap 500 for adults:
Use 1 Zincap 500mg tablet twice a day. With gonorrhea, use only 2 tablets, 500mg/tablet. Use Zincap medicine for at least 7 days, do not use more than 10 days. How to use Zincap 500 effectively:
Use Zincap 500 as directed by your doctor, note the time and duration of use. Zincap 500 should be taken after eating, drinking with plenty of water, taking the tablet whole, do not chew or crush the medicine.
3. Contraindications to using Zincap 500
If the patient has a history of allergy to Cefuroxime or substances in the Cephalosporin group, Zincap 500 should not be used. Zincap 500 should be used with caution in patients with kidney damage.
4. Zincap 500 . side effects
Zincap 500 often causes allergies but milder than Penicillins. In case the patient has a history of allergy to Penicillin, caution should be exercised, careful monitoring must be exercised when using Zincap 500.
Prolonged use of Zincap 500 may cause damage to the intestinal microflora. If the condition becomes serious, it is likely that Zincap 500 should be discontinued.
In rare cases when taking Zincap 500, there may be dizziness, lightheadedness, headache.
5. Drug interactions
Zincap 500 may cause nephrotoxicity if used concurrently with the following drugs:
Ranitidine and sodium bicarbonate: Concomitant use of Zincap 500 will reduce the bioavailability of the drug. Antacids and H2 antihistamines. Probenecid. Aminoglycosides.
6. Notes when using and storing Zincap 500
Notes and cautions when using Zincap 500:
Note when using Zincap 500 to treat patients who are allergic to Cephalosporin, Penicillin,... Patients with diseases related to the gastrointestinal tract should pay attention when using Zincap 500. treated with Zincap 500. Severely ill patients should have their kidneys monitored while using this medicine. When combined with strong diuretics also need to be closely monitored. Zincap 500 should be used with caution in pregnant or lactating women. There are no adequate clinical data on the use of Zincap 500 in these subjects. Zincap 500 drug storage:
Avoid oxidizing agents to damage the medicine. If the medicine shows signs of damage such as discoloration or pitting, you need to buy a new product. Keep Zincap 500 out of the reach of children. The article has provided information about what Zincap 500 is, dosage and precautions for use. To ensure safety for your health and maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, you need to take Zincap 500 exactly as directed by your doctor.
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