Zinol is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the cephalosporin group. It is used to treat various types of bacterial infections affecting the respiratory tract, urinary tract, and skin. Zinol works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall, which leads to the destruction of the bacteria and limits their spread.
What are the components of Zinol?
Zinol contains the active ingredient Cefazolin, an antibiotic that belongs to the second generation of cephalosporins. It is known for its effectiveness against a wide range of bacteria.
Uses of Zinol
Zinol is used to treat many bacterial infections, most notably:
- Respiratory tract infections such as sinusitis, sore throat, or bronchitis.
- Middle ear infections caused by bacterial infections.
- Skin infections such as boils, ulcers, or infections resulting from wounds.
- Urinary tract infections, including bladder or ureter infections.
- Some bacterial infections of the teeth or gums.
- Bacterial infections of the biliary tract.
- Treatment of bloodstream infections.
- Bacterial infections of the joints and bones.
What are the dosages of Zinol?
The dosage is determined based on age, health condition, and type of infection. However, in general:
- Adults: The usual dose is 250 to 500 mg every 8 hours, and may go up to 1 gram every 8 hours in severe cases.
- Children: The dose is calculated based on body weight (typically 20-40 mg per kg per day, divided into two or three doses).
- It is important to complete the full prescribed course of Zinol even if symptoms improve, to avoid the recurrence of the infection.