Generic for Ceftin for Bacterial infections - Drug Information

Generic Name - Cefuroxime

Category - Anti-Biotics

Indications

Bacterial infections
Generic Ceftin is indicated for the treatment of a variety of bacterial infections that includes bronchitis, sinusitis, tonsilitis, ear infections, skin infections, gonorrhea and urinary tract infections. Cefuroxime works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Generic for Ceftin Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Ceftin is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Ceftin.Its important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any medication which contains

Antacids
Cimetidine
Probenecid
Diuretics
Warfarin
Any other antibiotics

Generic for Ceftin Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericCeftin
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Ceftin for bacterial infections is 250 milligrams, 2 times a day for up to 10 days. For more severe infections the dose may be increased to 500 milligrams, 2 times a day.

For Throat and Tonsil Infections, 125 milligrams 2 times a day for 10 days.

For Urinary Tract Infection, 125 milligrams, 2 times a day for 7 to 10 days. This dose may be increased to 250 milligrams 2 times a day for severe infection.

For Gonorrhea, a single dose of 1 gram.

For Early Lyme Disease, 500 milligrams taken twice a day for 20 days.

Generic for Ceftin Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Ceftin side Effects include difficulty breathing, wheezing,dizziness,fever or chills, sore throat,headache,reduced amount of urine
Redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth,seizures (convulsions),severe or watery diarrhea,skin rash, itching,swollen joints,unusual bleeding or bruising,unusual weakness or tiredness.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Ceftin.

Generic for Ceftin and Pregnancy

There are no adequate or well controlled studies to indicate the safety and effectiveness of Generic Ceftin in pregnant women. Pregnant woman should consult doctor before taking this medication.

Generic for Ceftin and Breastfeeding

Generic Ceftin passes into breast milk and may affect the nursing infant. Breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking this medication.

Generic for Ceftin and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Ceftin have been established in pediatric patients aged 3 months to 12 years and is found to be safe.

Generic for Ceftin and Geriatric

Studies do not indicate any overall difference in the safety and effectiveness of Generic Cefting with relation to age.

Note

The above information about Generic Apri tab serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.