Cefuroxime Dosage
The use of Cefuroxime is usually for a period of 10 days with the intake of 250 0r 500mg every 12 hours. The maximum dose for adults is 1000mg daily.
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Cefuroxime Uses
Cefuroxime is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, skin, and middle ear.
Cefuroxime Class
Cefuroxime is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It has a bactericidal effect and has the same mode of action as β-lactam antibiotics but is less susceptible to β-lactamases.
Cefuroxime Interactions
Cefuroxime interacts with oral contraceptives reducing the efficacy of such medication, probenecid, and drugs that reduce gastric acidity.
Cefuroxime And Alcohol
Alcohol should be avoided or limited during the use of Cefuroxime. Although there is no proven interaction, the use of alcohol can worsen symptoms.
Cefuroxime Generation
Cefuroxime is a second-generation cephalosporin that is active against many gram-negative organisms. They have no effect against Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Cefuroxime Side Effects
Some side effects of Cefuroxime are serious but rare. Some of them include Vaginal candidiasis, headache, tachycardia, dyspepsia, pruritus, and muscle cramps.
Cefuroxime Axetil
Cefuroxime Axetil is found in some brand names of Cefuroxime. It is used as Cefuroxime in those medications.
What Infections Does Cefuroxime Treat?
Cefuroxime treats bacterial infections of the urinary tract, skin, and middle ear. It does not treat viral infections such as the common cold.
Is Cefuroxime A Strong Antibiotic?
Cefuroxime is a strong antibiotic when compared to other antibiotics in the treatment of particular infections. It is generally a strong antibiotic.
What is Cefuroxime 500 Used For?
Cefuroxime is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, skin, and middle ear. Pediatric patients are typically to use 250mg of Cefuroxime every 12 hours while adults use 500mg.
What Bacteria Does Cefuroxime Kill?
It is mainly effective against Streptococci, beta-lactamase-producing bacteria, and gram-negative aerobes.
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