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Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's

Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's

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PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's

Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in treating skin and skin structure infections and community-acquired pneumonia caused by bacteria. A bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's contains Ceftaroline fosamil, belonging to the novel fifth-generation cephalosporin class of drugs. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival and killing bacteria.

Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's may cause certain side effects, such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, headache, constipation, rash, abdominal pain, and pain at the site of injection. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's is a parenteral preparation. A trained healthcare professional will administer it. Do not self-administer.

Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other antibiotics of the same class. Let your doctor know about your complete medical history, other health problems, and your current medication, to rule out any side effects/interactions. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before receiving Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's.

Uses of Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's

Bacterial Infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's contains Ceftaroline fosamil an antibiotic used In the treatment of bacterial infections. It is a broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) bacteria. Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's works by inhibiting the synthesis of the necessary bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) for their survival. This causes damage to the bacterial cell wall and eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell. Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's is only effective in treating infections caused by bacteria and not effective for viral infections like flu or a common cold.

Directions for Use

A trained healthcare professional will administer Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's. Hence, do not self-administer. 

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach upset
  • Fever
  • Insomnia
  • Abdominal pain
  • Rash
  • Injection site reactions
  • Headache
  • Pain at the site of injection

Drug Warnings

Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other antibiotics. Let your doctor know about your complete medical history, including current medication, to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, inform your doctor if you have/had liver and kidney disease. Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's is not recommended for use in children as safety is not established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor beforehand. Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's is only effective in treating infections caused by bacteria and not effective for viral infections like flu or a common cold.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's may interact with CYP450 inhibitors (amiodarone, carvedilol, clarithromycin, chloramphenicol, ritonavir), CYP450 inducers (carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, rifampicin),

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption and smoking. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease or gastrointestinal disorders before receiving Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMIODARONE
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • RITONAVIR
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • RIFAMPICIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid taking too much calcium or iron-enriched foods, as it might affect the working of Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate growth.
  • Fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics.
  • Avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol and quit smoking.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria enter, grow, and infect the body. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. These infections vary from minor illnesses to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. When your child gets infected with these germs, they can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Children with a weak immune system are more prone to infections.  

Community-acquired pneumonia: It is most commonly caused by the bacteria Streptococcus pneumonia. The name community-acquired is said when the infection is acquired outside the hospital. Symptoms include cough, heavy sputum, shortness of breath, fever, and chills. The risk factors are smoking, age above 65 years, alcoholism, and a weak immune system.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

The Capital, 1802, 18th Floor , Plot No. C-70, ‘G’ Block , Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East , Mumbai – 400051
Other Info - ZIN0420

FAQs

Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's contains Ceftaroline fosamil, which works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival.
Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's can cause diarrhoea as a side effect. Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's is an antibiotic that kills toxic bacteria but can also affect the useful bacteria in your intestine or stomach, leading to diarrhea. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
No, Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's is not used to treat viral infections. Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's is an antibiotic that is used to treat only bacterial infections.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's will interact with alcohol or not. Hence, consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Limited data is available on the effect of Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's in pregnancy. Hence, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Limited data is available on the effect of Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's on breastfeeding. Hence, if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before receiving Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's may cause unwanted effects like dizziness and affect your capacity to drive a vehicle or operate machinery.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before receiving Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Unsafe

Zinforo 600mg Injection 1's is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy are not established.

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