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Ceftin

Cefuroxime Axetil

Designed to support bacterial eradication to manage infectious processes and alleviate systemic symptoms.

Category
Antibiotics
Active ingredient
Cefuroxime Axetil
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
125mg · 250mg · 500mg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Ceftin, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Ceftin vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Ceftin details

Alternative names
cefuroxime axetil
Therapeutic class
Second-Generation Cephalosporin
Pharmacological class
Beta-Lactam Antibiotic
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to cephalosporins; severe penicillin allergy
Minor side effects
diarrhoea; nausea; vomiting
Moderate side effects
transient elevated transaminases; headache; vaginal candidiasis
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
GlaxoSmithKline
Onset Time
1–2 hours
Duration
12 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Probenecid; Antacids; Oral Contraceptives
Age restrictions
Approved for infants, children, and adults.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category B: Generally considered safe. Breastfeeding: Compatible.
Serious side effects

anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

designed to support bacterial eradication to manage infectious processes and alleviate systemic symptoms.

Mechanism of action

Binds tightly to bacterial cell membrane proteins, inhibiting crucial cross-linking of peptidoglycans during division.

What you will receive

Ceftin is the originator brand name, made by GlaxoSmithKline. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with GlaxoSmithKline.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Cefuroxime Axetil is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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