Cefuroxime

Cefuroxime is an oral or injectable medicine, known commercially as Zinacef.

This medication is an antibacterial, which acts by preventing the formation of the bacterial wall, being effective in the treatment of pharyngitis, bronchitis and sinusitis.

Indications for Cefuroxime

Tonsillitis; bronchitis; pharyngitis; gonorrhea; joint infection; infection of the skin and soft tissues; bone infection; infection after surgery; urinary infection; meningitis; earaches; pneumonia.

Side effects of Cefuroxime

Allergic reactions at the injection site; gastrointestinal disorders.

Contraindications for Cefuroxime

Pregnancy risk B; lactating women; individuals allergic to penicillins.

How to use Cefuroxime

Oral use

Adults and Teens

Bronchitis: Administer 250 to 500 mg twice a day for 5 to 10 days. Urinary tract infection: Administer 125 to 250 mg twice a day. Pneumonia: Administer 500 mg twice a day.

Children

Pharyngitis and tonsillitis: Administer 125 mg twice a day for 10 days.

Injectable use

Adults

Serious infection: Administer 1.5 g every 8 hours. Urinary tract infection: Administer 750 mg every 8 hours. Meningitis: Administer 3 g, every 8 hours.

Children over 3 years old