🦠 AntibioticsTablet

    Ceftin / Zinacef

    Cefuroxime

    Second-generation cephalosporin for various infections.

    Form

    Tablet

    Uses

    5

    Side effects

    4

    Category

    Antibiotics

    01

    What is Ceftin / Zinacef used for?

    • Sinusitis
    • Otitis media
    • UTI
    • Lyme disease
    • Pneumonia
    02

    Cefuroxime side effects

    The following side effects have been reported for Cefuroxime. Their order does not indicate how often an effect occurs.

    Diarrhea
    Nausea
    Vomiting
    Headache
    03

    Cefuroxime warnings & precautions

    • Cross-reactivity with penicillin allergy (low)

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    04

    Frequently asked questions

    05

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    Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the FDA openFDA database and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or pharmacist before starting or changing medication.