Axcef 500mg Capsule
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Axcef 500mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
This will help to improve the efficacy of this medicine.
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This will help to improve the efficacy of this medicine.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Axcef 500mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Axcef 500mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Axcef 500mg Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Axcef
Cefuroxime(500mg)
Uses
Cefuroxime is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, blood, and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.
How it works
Cefuroxime is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Common side effects
Vomiting, Nausea, Injection site reaction, Diarrhea, Hypersensitivity, Blood cell abnormalities, Positive Coombs test, Increased bilirubin in the blood, Candida overgrowth, Low blood platelets, Hemolytic anemia, Drug fever, Cutaneous vasculitis, Pseudomembranous colitis, Increased creatinine level in blood, Increased blood urea, Decreased creatinine clearance
Lactobacillus(60Million spores)
Uses
Lactobacillus is used in the treatment of diarrhea.
How it works
Lactobacillus is a probiotic. It works by restoring the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset after antibiotic use or due to intestinal infections.
Common side effects
Bloating, Flatulence
SUBSTITUTES FOR Axcef
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Axcef
- Your doctor has prescribed Cefuroxime to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Discontinue Cefuroxime and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Frequently asked questions FOR Axcef
Cefuroxime
Q. How long does Cefuroxime take to work?
The amount of time Cefuroxime takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it, but for maximum effect, it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.
Q. How long should you take Cefuroxime?
The duration of therapy with Cefuroxime depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.
Q. Can Cefuroxime be taken on an empty stomach?
No, Cefuroxime should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Cefuroxime with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.