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Generic name: Cefuroxime
Brand name:Ceftin® and Zinacef®

Description
Cefuroxime is an antibiotic belonging a class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, which came to the markets of USA in 1977. This medicine fights bacteria in the body.

Available in tablets and liquid form.

Uses

Cefuroxime is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, like

• Gonorrhea
• Bronchitis
• Lyme disease
• Ear infection
• Throat infection
• Sinuses
• Urinary tract infection
• Skin infection

How to use?

• It should be taken by mouth, usually twice a day after every 12 hours for 7-10 days.
• To treat gonorrhea, it should be taken as a single dose.
• To treat Lyme disease, it should be taken twice a day for 20 days.
• The tablet may be taken with or without food.
• The liquid must be taken with food.
• Take cefuroxime exactly as directed by your doctor or as in the packet. Do not take more dose.
• Shake the liquid well before each use.
• The tablets should be swallowed whole and taken with a full glass of water.

Safety tips

• Take cefuroxime till you finish the prescribed course. Stopping cefuroxime too early may cause bacteria to become resistant to antibiotics.
• Tell your doctor if you are allergic to cefuroxime, penicillin, or any other medications.
• Tell your doctor if you are taking any vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products.
• Your doctor should know if you have kidney or liver disease, colitis, or stomach problems.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking cefuroxime, consult your doctor.

Side effects

Certain side effects might occur while taking this medicine such as

Diarrhea Vomiting Hives Itching Diaper rash Wheezing

• Stomach pain
• Stomach upset
• Skin rash
• Difficulty breathing
  or swallowing
• Vaginal itching & discharge

Disclaimer:The above information is for general understanding of the visitor. Please consult a registered medical practitioner before taking the aforesaid medicine.

Tablets

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