Cefroxil
Cefroxil Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About Cefroxil Products
Uses of Cefroxil 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.
Cefroxil Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Cefroxil are Vomiting, Nausea, Injection site reaction, Diarrhea.
How Cefroxil 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 Cefroxil Products
Frequently asked questions about Cefroxil Products
Frequently asked questions about Cefuroxime
Q. How long does Cefroxil 500mg Tablet take to work?
The amount of time Cefroxil 500mg Tablet 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 Cefroxil 500mg Tablet?
The duration of therapy with Cefroxil 500mg Tablet 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 Cefroxil 500mg Tablet be taken on an empty stomach?
No, Cefroxil 500mg Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Cefroxil 500mg Tablet with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
Q. Can Cefroxil 500mg Tablet treat UTI?
Yes, Cefroxil 500mg Tablet 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.
Products for Cefroxil
Cefroxil 500mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹450
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Cefroxil 250mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹250
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