Medicine details

ImageAxim 750
NameAxim 750
DosageIV/IM Injection
Generic NameCefuroxime
Classes Antiinfective Agent
Antibiotic
Cephalosporine
Diseases Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Infectious Disease
Lyme Disease
Otitis
Pneumonia
Sinusitis
Tonsillitis
Urethritis
CompanyAristopharma Limited

Drug Package Details

Strength750 mg/vial
Storage Condition
Origin CountryBangladesh
Commercial Pack1
Price per pack124.56
Cost per pack109.62
Package unit750 mg combipack
Price per unit124.56
Cost per unit109.62
Discount0
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Remarks

Cefuroxime

Cefuroxime is a  cephalosporin antibiotic and beta lactamase inhibitor. It kills bacteria by inhibiting cell wall synthesis. It is a bactericidal antibiotic.

This medication is indicated for the following infections caused by susceptible organisms-

  • Tonsilitis
  • Sinusitis
  • Pneumonia
  • Bronchitis
  • Skin infections
  • Bone infections
  • Sexually transmitted diseases.
  • Meningitis
  • Lyme disease
  • Septicemia
  • Cefuroxime is available as tablets, powder for suspension & parenteral.
  • The usual adult oral dose for cefuroxime is 250-500 mg up to 10 days. 
  • Suspension should be taken with food.

How to reconstitute cefuroxime powder for suspension:

The common side effects are-

  • Rash 
  • Nausea & vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Taste disturbances (suspension)

 

  • Precaution should be taken when administering to patients who are taking diuretics. 
  • Cross reactivity may occur with cephalosporin antibiotics.
  • Effects on gut flora may lower estrogen reabsorption and reduce efficacy of oral contraceptives.

Contraindication

Contraindicated in hypersensitive patients to beta lactam antibiotics such as-