Ceftin, a cephalosporin antibiotic, is prescribed for mild to moderately severe bacterial infections of the throat, lungs, ears, skin, sinuses, and urinary tract, and for gonorrhea.

Ceftin tablets are also prescribed in the early stages of Lyme disease.

Ceftin (Cefuroxime) is a semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic, chemically similar to penicillin. Ceftin is effective against a wide variety of bacteria organisms, such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, E. coli, N. gonorrhoeae, and many others.

Ceftin tablets can be taken on a full or empty stomach. However, Ceftin drug enters the bloodstream and works faster when taken after meals.

Take Ceftin exactly as prescribed: It is important that you finish taking all of Ceftin medication to obtain the maximum benefit.

The crushed Ceftin tablet has a strong, persistent, bitter taste.

Ceftin Dosage For Adults:

The usual Ceftin dose for adults and children 13 years and older is

It is important to consult your doctor before taking Ceftin drug with probenecid, a gout medication.

If diarrhea occurs while taking Ceftin, consult your doctor before taking an antidiarrhoea medication. Certain drugs, such as Lomotil, may cause your diarrhea to become worse.

Be cautious if you are taking potent water pills (diuretics) such as Lasix while on Ceftin. The combination could affect your kidneys.

Most important fact about Ceftin
If you are allergic to either penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics such as Ceclor, Cefzil, or Keflex, consult your doctor before taking Ceftin. There is a possibility that you are allergic to both types of medication; if a reaction occurs, it could be extremely severe. If you take the Ceftin drug and develop shortness of breath, a pounding heartbeat, a skin rash, or hives, seek medical attention immediately.

Ceftin Special Precautions if you are

Ceftin Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Ceftin.

More common Ceftin side effects may include: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting

Rare Ceftin side effects of the tablets include: Abdominal pain or cramps, chest pain, chills, gas, headache, hives, indigestion, itch, loss of appetite, mouth ulcers, rash, shortness of breath, sleepiness, swollen tongue,