Generic Ceftin ® : CEFUROXIME
Cefuroxime Axetil is the chemical name of the active ingredient in Ceftin ®
Ceftin ® is the registered trademark of GlaxoSmithKline Inc.

Medication information about generic Ceftin Important information about usage, risks and possible side-effects..

Tablets
Chemical Name: CEFUROXIME ( se-fyoor-OX-eem)

Possible Uses of This Medication This medicine is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.

Before using INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.

How to take this medication Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine works best when taken with food. SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing because of the strong bitter taste of the tablets. A liquid suspension form of this medicine is available if there is difficulty swallowing the tablets. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light. TO CLEAR UP YOUR INFECTION COMPLETELY, continue taking this medicine for the full course of treatment even if you feel better in a few days. Do not miss any doses. 

Cautions IF YOU HAVE HAD A SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION to a cephalosporin antibiotic ( such as Ceclor, Keflex, Ceftin, Duricef) or a penicillin antibiotic ( such as amoxicillin, ampicillin), contact your doctor or pharmacist BEFORE TAKING THIS MEDICINE. A severe reaction includes a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness. If you have a question about whether you are allergic to this medicine or if a certain medicine is a cephalosporin, contact your doctor or pharmacist. IF YOU EXPERIENCE difficulty breathing or tightness of chest; swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor immediately. Do not take any more of this medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so. If your symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they become worse, check with your doctor. IF MODERATE TO SEVERE DIARRHEA OCCURS during or after treatment with this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist. Do not treat it with non-prescription ( over-the-counter) medicines. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. IF YOU HAVE DIABETES, this medicine may cause false test results with some urine glucose tests. Check with your doctor before you adjust the dose of your diabetes medicine or change your diet.

Possible side effects SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include nausea, vomiting, or mild diarrhea. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience skin rash, hives, or vaginal irritation or discharge. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience easy bruising or bleeding, seizures, change in the amount of urine, stomach pain, yellowing eyes and skin, dark urine, fever, or fatique. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

Drug interactions Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job.Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take with and without a prescription. 

Missed Dose IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE and you are taking 1 dose daily, take the missed dose if you remember the same day. Skip the missed dose if you do not remember until the next day. do not double the next dose

Storage Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.

Other Information
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, contact your doctor. DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children and pets. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.