Cefuroxime
Axetil 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.
| Medication | Price | Consult | Order Now |
| 20 cefuroxime axetil 250mg Tablets | Unavailable | ||
| 60 cefuroxime axetil 250mg Tablets | Unavailable | ||
| 20 cefuroxime axetil 500mg Tablets | Unavailable | ||
| 60 cefuroxime axetil 500mg Tablets | Unavailable | ||
| 20 Ceftin 250mg Tablets | Unavailable | ||
| 60 Ceftin 250mg Tablets | Unavailable | ||
| 20 Ceftin 500mg Tablets | Unavailable | ||
| 60 Ceftin 500mg Tablets | Unavailable |
Cefuroxime axetil is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as bronchitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis, ear infections, skin infections, gonorrhea, and urinary tract infections.
Take each dose of Cefuroxime axetil with a full glass of water. This medication can be taken on an empty stomach or with food or milk if it causes stomach upset. Take all of the this medication 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 Ceftin 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 Ceftin.
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 this medication. Before taking 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 axetil 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 the medication and talk to your physician if you
experience any of the following:
-mild nausea or diarrhea, or
-yeast infection of the mouth or vagina.