Cefuroxime 250 mg Tablets

Cefuroxime 250 mg Tablets belong to the class of medicines called cephalosporin antibiotics. The medication is used to prevent and treat bacterial infections. Certain bacterial infections are urinary tract, skin, throat, lungs, and blood infections. Cefuroxime also helps in preventing the infections that may occur after surgery. The antibiotic works by stopping the growth of bacteria by killing the bacterial protective covering. The medication may not be suitable for all kinds of people. Hence, consult your doctor about the medicine and follow the given procedure provided by your healthcare advisor.

The duration of this medication depends upon the type of infection you have. For the medicine to work properly, it may take some time. Usually, the symptoms of the infections would start to decrease after taking the medication in 48 to 72 hours.  The time this medicine takes to work also depends upon the body’s response after the given treatment. Cefuroxime 250 mg tablets are strictly advised to not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics. Taking this medication with food helps in increasing the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effect of the medicine and works for better results.

Uses of Cefuroxime 250mg Tablets

Some of the bacterial infections for which Cefuroxime 250 mg tablets are prescribed for:

• Urinary tract infections
• Lung infections
• Lyme disease( infection develops after being bitten by a tick)
• Bronchitis (infections of the tubes leading to the lungs)
• Gonorrhea (sexually transmitted disease)
• Skin and soft tissues infections
• Joint infections

Side Effects of Cefuroxime 250mg Tablets

Taking Cefuroxime can prevent having certain bacterial infections but there can also be the possibility of side effects. Consult with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects begin to show. Some of the side effects that may occur after consuming Cefuroxime 250 mg tablets are:

• Look out for serious allergic reactions that show symptoms such as trouble breathing, hives, and swelling of the face, tongue, lips, and throat.
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Rash
• Injection site reaction
• Increased liver enzymes

Advises To Follow While Consuming Cefuroxime 250mg Tablets

• Follow the instructions given by your healthcare provider to improve your symptoms and cure your bacterial infection.
• Cefuroxime 250 mg tablets are strictly advised to not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics.
• Avoid skipping any dosages of the medication and complete the whole course of medication in the given duration.
• Consult your doctor immediately if any of the side effects occur.
• Do not stop the course of medication in between or it worse your infections.
• Diarrhea can occur but should stop after the completion of the course. Talk to your doctor if it doesn’t stop.

Patients’ Concerns

Q. How to take Cefuroxime tablets?

A. Take the medication as prescribed by the doctor. Swallow the capsule whole. Do not take the medicine on an empty stomach.

Q. Can Cefuroxime medication treat UTIs? 

A. Cefuroxime medication can be used to treat urinary tract infections. 

Q. Cefuroxime belongs to which class of medications?

A. Cefuroxime 250 mg tablets belong to the class of medicines called cephalosporin antibiotics.

 Q. How long does it take to take this medication to work?

A. The symptoms of the infections would start to decrease after taking the medication in 48 to 72 hours.

 Q. Are Cefuroxime tablets safe to consume?

A. Cefuroxime tablets can be taken, only if you’re not allergic to them to treat certain bacterial infections.