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Medically ReviewedUpdated 4/8/2026

Generic:Cefuroxime

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Cefuroxime axetil tablet is a cephalosporin antibacterial drug indicated for the treatment of the following infections due to susceptible bacteria: (1) Pharyngitis/tonsillitis (adults and pediatric patients) ( 1 ) Acute bacterial otitis media (pediatric patients) ( 2 ) Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis (adults and pediatric patients) (
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Important Medical Notice & Prescription Requirement

is a medical product. If this is a prescription-only medicine, it must only be used under strict medical supervision and with a valid prescription. Do not self-medicate based on information provided here.

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Clinically Equivalent Alternatives

These medicines contain the same active ingredient,and are medically equivalent to Zecef 125mg Syp.

Uses & Indications

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Cefuroxime axetil tablet is a cephalosporin antibacterial drug indicated for the treatment of the following infections due to susceptible bacteria: (1) Pharyngitis/tonsillitis (adults and pediatric patients) (
  • 1 ) Acute bacterial otitis media (pediatric patients) (
  • 2 ) Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis (adults and pediatric patients) (

Side Effects

  • 6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious and otherwise important adverse reaction is described in greater detail in the Warnings and Precautions section of the label: Anaphylactic Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (
  • 1 )]. The most common adverse reactions (≥3%) for cefuroxime axetil tablets are diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, Jarisch
  • Herxheimer reaction, and vaginitis (early Lyme disease). (

Safety Warnings

  • associated pseudomembranous colitis produced by Clostridioides difficile . Other causes of colitis should also be considered.

Common Questions about

What is used for?

is a medication primarily used to treat conditions associated with its active ingredients. It belongs to the pharmaceutical class of medicines.

What are the side effects of ?

Common side effects of may include 6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious and otherwise important adverse reaction is described in greater detail in the Warnings and Precautions section of the label: Anaphylactic Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (. If you experience severe reactions, consult your doctor immediately.

What is the price of in Pakistan?

The latest price for in Pakistan is Rs. 390. Prices may vary by pharmacy and location (Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad).

Dosage Information

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Tablets and oral suspension are not bioequivalent and are therefore not substitutable on a milligram-per-milligram basis.