Cefuroxime
Axetil (Generic Ceftin) is a cephalosporin class antibiotic, used
to treat many different bacterial infections such as bronchitis, sinusitis,
tonsillitis, ear infections, skin infections, gonorrhea, and urinary tract
infections.
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Cefuroxime Axetil 250mg & 500mg are used to treat bacterial infections such as ear infections, bronchitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis, gonorrhea, skin infections, and urinary tract infections.
Take each dose of Cefuroxime (Generic Ceftin) with a full glass of water. Cefuroxime Axetil can be taken on an empty stomach or with food or milk if it causes stomach upset. Take all of the Ceftin that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before the infection is completely treated. Do not take Cefuroxime at the same time as antacids (e.g., Tums, Maalox, Rolaids, others) or other medications taken to reduce stomach acid such as cimetidine (Tagamet, Tagamet HB, others), famotidine (Pepcid, Pepcid AC, Pepcid RPD, others), ranitidine(Zantac, others), or nizatidine (Axid, others) unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Antacids and stomach acid reducers may reduce the effectiveness of Cefuroxime.
Do not take Cefuroxime Axetil at the same time as antacids (e.g., Tums, Maalox, Rolaids, others) or other medications taken to reduce stomach acid such as cimetidine (Tagamet, Tagamet HB, others), famotidine (Pepcid, Pepcid AC, Pepcid RPD, others), ranitidine(Zantac, others), or nizatidine (Axid, others) unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Antacids and stomach acid reducers may reduce the effects of Cefuroxime. Before taking Cefuroxime (Generic Ceftin), tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: probenecid (Benemid); a loop diuretic (water pill) such as furosemide, bumetanide (Bumex), torsemide (Demadex), or ethacrynic acid (Edecrin); warfarin (Coumadin); or another antibiotic.
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking
Cefuroxime and immediately seek emergency medical attention or contact your
doctor immediately:
-severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea;
-an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling
of the lips, face, or tongue; hives; or a rash);
-unusual bleeding or bruising.
-rash, redness, or itching;
-mucous or blood in the stool; or Other, less serious side effects may also
occur. Continue to take Cefuroxime Axetil and talk to your physician if you
experience any of the following:
-mild nausea or diarrhea, or
-yeast infection of the mouth or vagina.
This information is a basic summary. It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions. It should not be construed to indicate that use of this medication is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.