Ceftin
(cefuroxime axetil)
Treats bacterial infections.
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Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil) is good for treating many bacterial infections, but be sure to take the full course without stopping so that the medication can work.
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- Drug class: Infection
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (cefuroxime axetil)
Upsides
- Good at treating many types of bacterial infections.
- Available in several different forms: pill, oral suspension, and injection.
- Available in generic.
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- Must take the liquid suspension with food.
- Acid reducers can lower the effectiveness of Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil). Talk to your doctor if you are on acid reducers.
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Download Fact SheetCeftin (cefuroxime axetil) is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from making their own protective covering.
- Drug class: Infection
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (cefuroxime axetil)
Dosage forms
- Pill
- Oral suspension
- Injection
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What to expect when you take Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil) for Bacterial infection
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- Effectiveness
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- Possible side effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea/vomiting
- Rash
- Vaginal inflammation
Side effect rates for Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
Risks and Warnings for Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
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- › History of penicillin allergy
- › History of cephalosporin allergy
Although rare, Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil) can cause a severe and life-threatening allergic reaction. Let your doctor know of any allergies to antibiotics. If you get a rash, itchy skin, hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of your face or mouth while taking Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil), talk to your doctor or go to the emergency room right away.
Pharmacist Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this drug for?
This medication treats bronchitis.Common concerns from people taking Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?Research studies with animals haven’t found a risk to unborn babies, but it hasn’t been properly studied in humans.
Tip: Always talk with your doctor before you take any medication while pregnant.- Must take the liquid suspension with food.