Axcef
Axcef Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About Axcef Products
Uses of Axcef Products
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.
Axcef Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Axcef are Vomiting, Nausea, Injection site reaction, Diarrhea.
How Axcef Products work
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.
Patient Concerns about Axcef Products
Frequently asked questions about Axcef Products
Frequently asked questions about Cefuroxime
Q. Is Axcef 250mg Injection better than amoxicillin?
Axcef 250mg Injection is an antibiotic which is useful in treating bacterial infections. Amoxicillin is also an effective and cheap antibiotic which is used to treat many types of bacterial infections. The only difference among these medicines is the response of the medicine to the infection, as it varies from person to person. The effectiveness of two daily dose of Axcef 250mg Injection is same as three daily doses of amoxicillin.
Q. Can Axcef 250mg Injection be given in nursing mothers?
Axcef 250mg Injection should be used with caution in nursing mothers as it is excreted via milk and can get transferred to the baby while breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before you start taking this medication for infections.
Q. Can Axcef 250mg Injection be used in kids?
Yes, Axcef 250mg Injection can be used in the children of age 3 months or more for treating the infections. The safety and effectiveness of this medication have not been established in children less than 3 months. Special care must be taken while giving antibiotics to the children. The dosage must be calculated appropriately according to the age and weight of the child. Do consult your treating physician for exact instructions.
Q. Can Axcef 250mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, in rare cases, Axcef 250mg Injection can cause serious diarrhea during or after antibiotic use. When the broad-spectrum antibiotics are started or given for a longer time, the normal bacterial gut flora gets damaged and that can lead to diarrhea. Usually, discontinuation of medicine can subside diarrhea. However, if diarrhea persists or if there is blood in the stool then immediately contact your physician.
Q. Can Axcef 250mg Injection be given in patients with kidney failure?
Axcef 250mg Injection is a medication which is excreted through the kidneys. Yes, it can be given, but the dosage of the antibiotic should be decreased according to the severity of the kidney impairment. Inform your doctor if you have any history of kidney impairment before you start taking this medication.
Q. How long does Axcef 250mg Injection take to work?
The amount of time Axcef 250mg Injection 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 Axcef 250mg Injection?
The duration of therapy with Axcef 250mg Injection 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 Axcef 250mg Injection be taken on an empty stomach?
No, Axcef 250mg Injection should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Axcef 250mg Injection with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
Q. Can Axcef 250mg Injection treat UTI?
Yes, Axcef 250mg Injection can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.