Zineryt

Dosage form, composition and packaging

Powder for preparation of solution for external use; includes solvent - colorless, transparent.

Zineryt Pharmacological action

Erythromycin-zinc complex. It possesses anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and comedolytic action.

Erythromycin has a bacteriostatic effect on microorganisms that cause acne: Propionibacterium acnes and Streptococcus epidermidis. Zinc reduces the production of sebum and has an astringent action.

Zineryt Dosage

The drug is applied topically. Using the supplied applicator, the prepared Zineryt solution is applied thinly to the affected area of skin 2 times per day: in the morning (before applying makeup) and in the evening (after washing). The drug should be applied by tilting the bottle with the prepared solution down with light pressure. The application rate of the solution is regulated by the pressure of the applicator against the skin. Approximate single dose - 0.5 ml. After drying the solution becomes invisible.

Course duration - up to 10-12 weeks. In some cases clinical improvement occurs after 2 weeks.

Zineryt Overdose

Accidental overdose is unlikely due to the nature of local drug application.

Zineryt Drug interactions

To date, no clinically significant interactions of Zineryt with other drugs have been established.

Zineryt Pregnancy and lactation

It is now established that the use of the drug during pregnancy and lactation is possible according to the indications in recommended doses.

Zineryt Side effects

Local reactions: sometimes a burning sensation, irritation, dryness of the skin may occur on the site of application of the drug. Typically, these conditions are mild and do not require discontinuation of the drug or symptomatic therapy.

Zineryt Storage time and conditions

The drug should be stored out of children’s reach at a temperature 15° - 25°С.  Shelf life - 3 years.

Zineryt Indications

• acne treatment.

Zineryt Contraindications

• hypersensitivity to erythromycin and other macrolides;
• hypersensitivity to zinc or other drug components.

Zineryt Cautions

Using the drug, one should consider the possibility of cross-resistance to other antibiotics of the macrolide group, lincomycin, clindamycin.

Avoid contact with the eyes or mucous membrane of the mouth and nose, as it can cause irritation and burns.