Description
Cefuroxime Axetil 500mg/250mg Tablets
Cefuroxime Axetil belongs to the class of antibiotics known as cephalosporins, indicated for treating a wide range of bacterial infections. It is useful in the management of urinary tract infections (UTI), Mild to moderate lower respiratory tract infections (bronchitis), severe lower respiratory tract infections (pneumonia), pyelonephritis (inflammation of kidney caused due to bacterial infection), uncomplicated gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted infection), Lyme disease (caused due to black-legged tick insect bite) in children and adults above 12 years.
Cefuroxime Axetil is an antibiotic that is bactericidal and has a wide spectrum of antibacterial activity. Cefuroxime Axetil differentiates between bacterial species by inhibiting the function of peptidoglycan, a critical component of the bacterial cell wall. The antibiotic binds to the outer surface of the bacteria and destroys the bacterial cell by acting on the enzyme responsible for peptidoglycan synthesis. As a result, the bacterial cell is unable to grow and reproduce, and ultimately dies.
Benefits:
- Cefuroxime Axetil is used to treat various bacterial infections that are caused because of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
- It is used to cure infections of the respiratory tract, ear, skin, genitourinary tract, and bones.
- Cefuroxime Axetil inhibits the spread of infection during surgery and is also used for the initial treatment of Lyme disease caused by bacteria in adult and pediatric populations older than 12 years.
Uses:
- Cefuroxime Axetil can be employed to cure Lyme disease, caused by tick bites and resulting in bacterial infection, killing the bacteria and suppressing symptoms.
- Cefuroxime Axetil is effective in curing sinus infections due to susceptible bacteria, reducing symptoms such as nasal discharge and facial pain.
- Cefuroxime Axetil is occasionally prescribed to cure pneumonia, particularly community-acquired cases, to enable quicker recovery in patients.
- Cefuroxime Axetil may help cure bronchitis, a bronchial infection that results in the tubes carrying air to the lungs, by eliminating the root bacterial cause.
Directions to Use:
- Read all the instructions carefully before taking this tablet.
- Take this medicine upon consultation with your healthcare provider.
- Take this in a precise dose as advised by your doctor.
- Do not take an overdose of this medicine.
- It is suggested to consume this medicine after a meal.
- Do not chew or break these tablets.
Dosage:
Take this medicine with the proper dose recommended by your medical expert. Never take an excess dose of this medicine, or you will suffer from various diseases. Never stop this medicine unless your doctor tells you to stop.
Storage:
Keep this medication in a dry and cool location. Do not put this medication in direct sunlight and away from the reach of children and animals.
Side Effects:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Stomach upset
- Overgrowth of candida
- Unpleasant taste in the mouth
- Diaper rashes
- Eosinophilia
Precautions:
- Your physician has administered Cefuroxime Axetil to treat your infection and alleviate your symptoms.
- Never miss a dose or leave early; finish the full course of treatment even if you get better. Stopping treatment early may allow the infection to come back and make it more difficult to treat.
- Take it with meals to prevent stomach upset.
- Diarrhea can be a side effect, but it will end when your treatment is over. Tell your doctor if it doesn’t end or you notice blood in your stools.
- Stop Cefuroxime Axetil and notify your doctor at once if you develop a rash, itchy skin, facial and mouth swelling, or trouble breathing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q. How quickly does Cefuroxime Axetil work?
The duration Cefuroxime Axetil takes to work will vary based on the type of infection and how well the patient responds to the drug. The drug might begin acting after you have taken it, but for the full effect, it might take some time. In most cases, bacterial infection symptoms start to subside in 48 to 72 hours after initiating treatment.
Q. How much time should you use Cefuroxime Axetil?
The treatment time of Cefuroxime Axetil varies from infection to infection. It is typically administered for 7 days. It varies between 5 to 10 days and is based on the patient’s response to the infection. Before you begin using the drug, visit a doctor who will prescribe the duration of treatment and use it accordingly as directed.
