Zinacef (Noun)
Meaning
A cephalosporin that can be given parenterally (trade name Zinacef) or orally by tablets (trade name Ceftin); indicated for infections of the lungs or throat or ears or urinary tract or meninges.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed Zinacef for the patient's severe case of pneumonia to be administered through an IV.
- Zinacef is often used to treat bacterial infections in the lungs and urinary tract.
- The nurse was instructed to administer a dose of Zinacef to the patient every six hours.
- Zinacef has proven to be effective in treating a wide range of bacterial infections, including those affecting the ears and throat.
- The doctor recommended switching to the oral form of Zinacef once the patient's condition started to improve.