Prescription Ceftin

Ceftin, (cefuroxime axetil) is a cephalosporin class antibiotic medication, and it prescribed for treatment of many different bacterial infections, including bronchitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis, ear infections, skin infections, gonorrhea, and urinary tract infections. Cefuroxime Axetil is the generic form of Ceftin.

Uses of Ceftin

Ceftin is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as bronchitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis, ear infections, skin infections, gonorrhea, and urinary tract infections.

Ceftin Directions

Take each dose of Ceftin with a full glass of water. Ceftin can be taken on an empty stomach or with food or milk if it causes stomach upset. Take all of the Ceftin that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before the infection is completely treated. Do not take Ceftin at the same time as antacids (e.g., Tums, Maalox, Rolaids, others) or other medications taken to reduce stomach acid such as cimetidine (Tagamet, Tagamet HB, others), famotidine (Pepcid, Pepcid AC, Pepcid RPD, others), ranitidine(Zantac, others), or nizatidine (Acid, others) unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Antacids and stomach acid reducers may reduce the effectiveness of Ceftin.

Ceftin Precautions

Do not take Ceftin at the same time as antacids (e.g., Tums, Maalox, Rolaids, others) or other medications taken to reduce stomach acid such as cimetidine (Tagamet, Tagamet HB, others), famotidine (Pepcid, Pepcid AC, Pepcid RPD, others), ranitidine(Zantac, others), or nizatidine (Axid, others) unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Antacids and stomach acid reducers may reduce the effects of Ceftin. Before taking Ceftin, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: probenecid (Benemid); a loop diuretic (water pill) such as furosemide, bumetanide (Bumex), torsemide (Demadex), or ethacrynic acid (Edecrin); warfarin (Coumadin); or another antibiotic.

Side Effects of Ceftin

If you experience any of the following symptoms, be sure to seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:

• severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea;
• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat;
• swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; hives; or a rash);
• unusual bleeding or bruising.
• rash, redness, or itching;
• mucous or blood in the stool; or
• Other, less serious side effects may also occur.

Continue to take the medication and talk to your physician if you experience any of the following:

• mild nausea or diarrhea, or
• yeast infection of the mouth or vagina.