CEFUROXIME AXETIL

Cefuroxime axetil is a medicine that is known as antibiotic. It is used to treat infections. It is a second-generation cephalosporin that is given as an injection or as an oral tablet or liquid. It has activity against gram positive and gram negative bacteria. Cefuroxime acts by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls.

Uses

Ceforuxime axetil is used in the treatment of the following conditions:

Infections caused by susceptible bacteria including pharyngitis and tonsillitis
Acute otitis media
Maxillary sinusitis
Chronicor acute bronchitis
Uncomplicated UTI
Skin and soft tissue infections
Acute uncomplicated gonorrhea (urethritis and cervices)
Impetigo
Respiratory tract infections (bacterial pneumonia and post-operative lung infections)
Pyelonephritis, cystitis and bacteria
Phlegm-on
Peritonitis and traumatic infections
Septicemia
Meningitis
Bone and joint infection
As surgical prophylaxis

Warning

Do not give Cefuroxime axetil to people with the following conditions:

Hypersensitivity to cefuroxime or other and penicillins
Gastrointestinalabsorption difficulties
Children less than 5 years of age

Side Effects

Ceforuxime axetil may have the following side effects:

Diarrhea
Nausea and vomiting
Pseudo membranous colitis
Eosinophilia
Increased bilirubin
Skin rash
Urticaria
Abdominal pain
A plastic anemia
Hemolytic anemia

Precautions

Precautions

Take extra caution in patients with the following medical conditions:

Hypersensitivity to beta-lactamantibiotics or cephamycins
Renal insufficiency or hepatic impairment
History of gastrointestinal diseases
Long-term use
Pseudo membranous colitis
Pregnancy
Lactation
Elderly
Concomitant use with amino glycosides
Neonates less than 3 months of age

Interactions

Ceforuxime axetil may interact with the following medicines:

Furosemide
Bumetanide
Ethacrynic acid
Carmustine
Streptozocin
Aminoglycosides
Antacid

Overdose & Brands

Overdose of the drug may irritate the brain and lead to convulsions. Seek medical help immediately.

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