How should I take cefuroxime?
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in
larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on
your prescription label.
You may take cefuroxime tablets with or without meals.
Cefuroxime
oral suspension (liquid) must be taken with food.
Shake the oral suspension well just before you measure a dose. To be sure you get the
correct dose, measure the liquid with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a
regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
If you switch from using the tablet form to using the oral suspension (liquid) form of
cefuroxime, you may not need to use the same exact dosage in number of milligrams. The
medication may not be as effective unless you use the exact form and strength your doctor has
prescribed.
Use this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your
symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. Cefuroxime will not treat a
viral infection such as the common cold or flu.
This medication can cause you to have unusual results with certain lab tests to check for
glucose (sugar) in the urine. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are taking cefuroxime.
Store cefuroxime tablets at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Store cefuroxime oral suspension in the refrigerator. Do not allow it to freeze.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the medication as soon as you remember the missed dose. If it is almost time for
your next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this
medicine. Overdose symptoms may include seizure (black-out or convulsions).
What should I avoid while taking cefuroxime?
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you
have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop
the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to.
What are the possible side effects of cefuroxime?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic
reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
Less serious side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell
your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.
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