Description
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Cefuroxime Axetil 500 mg Tablet is used to treat infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections in the urinary tract, skin, soft tissue, blood, and lungs (like pneumonia). It is also used to stop infections after surgery.
Cefuroxime Axetil 500mg tablet is used to treat many types of bacterial infections. This medicine is a type of antibiotic called cephalosporin. This antibiotic only treats infections caused by bacteria. It won’t help with viral infections like the cold or flu. Taking antibiotics when you don’t need them can make them less effective for future infections.
It kills bacteria by stopping them from making their protective outer layer (cell wall) that helps them stay alive.
How To Use Cefuroxime 500 mg Tablet
- Take this medicine by mouth as your doctor said, usually two times a day (every 12 hours). Take cefuroxime with food to help your body take it in better and to lessen stomach discomfort. The medicine amount depends on your health problems and how you respond to the treatment.
- Take the tablets without chewing. Don’t crush or chew the tablets because they taste very bitter. If you have trouble swallowing the tablets, use the liquid version of this medicine.
- To get the best results, take this antibiotic at the same time each day. To help you remember, take this medicine at the same time each day.
- Keep taking this medicine until you finish all of it, even if you start feeling better after a few days.
- Let your doctor know if your problem continues or gets worse.
Benefits Of Cefuroxime 500 mg Tablet
- Cefuroxime Axetil 500 mg Tablet is used to help treat many kinds of bacterial infections. This medicine is a type of antibiotic called cephalosporin.
- This medicine is used to treat only infections caused by bacteria. It won’t help with viral infections like the cold or the flu.
Side Effects Of Cefoxime 500 mg Tablet
There are some side effects of cefoxime Axetil 500 mg tablet which you need to take care of and these are
- Injection site reaction
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Nausea
Precautions Of Cefoxime 500 mg Tablet
- Your doctor has given you Cefuroxime Axetil 500 mg Tablet to help treat your infection and make you feel better.
- Don’t miss any doses and make sure to complete all your medicine, even if you start to feel better. Stopping the treatment too soon might cause the infection to return and be tougher to fix.
- Tell your doctor if it doesn’t stop or if you see blood in your poop.
- Stop taking Cefuroxime Axetil and tell your doctor right away if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling in your face or mouth, or trouble breathing.
Frequently asked questions
How much duration does it take for Cefuroxime Axetil to start working?
How long Cefuroxime Axetil takes to work depends on the kind of infection and how the patient reacts to the medicine. The antibiotic might begin to work right away, but it may take some time to work its best. Normally, the signs of a bacterial infection start to get better within 2 to 3 days after you begin taking the medicine.
How long should you use Cefuroxime Axetil?
The length of treatment with Cefuroxime depends on the kind of infection. It is usually taken for 7 days. It lasts between 5 to 10 days and depends on how the infection reacts in the person. Before taking the medicine, talk to a doctor. They will tell you how long to take it and how to use it correctly.
Can you take Cefuroxime Axetil without eating?
No, you shouldn’t take Cefuroxime on an empty stomach, unlike other similar antibiotics. You should take it two times a day after you eat. Taking Cefuroxime with food helps your body absorb the medicine better. This makes the medicine better at fighting the infection.
Can Cefuroxime help with a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Yes, Cefuroxime can be used to treat a urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is only given for simple urinary tract infections for 7 to 10 days. The doctor should give you the medicine; do not take it by yourself. How bad the UTI is will determine what kind of treatment is needed.