Cefuroxime Axetil
Ceftin is an antibiotic which is prescribed for bacterial infections that affect the throat, lungs, ears, skin and urinary tract. It is also prescribed for gonorrhea.
If you have any kind of allergy to penicillin or to antibiotics like Ccelor, Efzil or Keflex, then you should consult your doctor about taking this medication. An allergy to these medications often means that you could suffer from a harsh reaction to Ceftin. Some people notice that they have shortness of breath, rashes, hives, after they take this medication. In such cases you should consult your doctor immediately.
Cefuroxime axetil can be consumed on an empty stomach. However you should remember that this medication enters the bloodstream. That is why it works better if you take it on a full stomach. If you are taking Ceftin in suspension form, then remember to shake it before you take it. Once you start a course of this medication, it is advisable to finish the entire course in order to get full benefit. This medication does have some side effect which may vary from one use to the other. In general diarrhea, vomiting, blood disorder, allergic reactions and liver problems have been chronicled as the side effects of this medication. You should consult your doctor if you notice any of these symptoms after taking the medication. An overdose of this medication can have serious effects on the brain and you should contact a doctor immediately if you do so.
answered by M W