Is Cefuroxime a sulfa drug?
Is Cefuroxime a sulfa drug?
Cefuroxime does not contain a sulphonamide group (a molecular structure containing sulfur). People with a “sulfa allergy” are allergic to sulphonamides so cefuroxime should not cause any problems.
What is cefuroxime axetil used to treat?
Cefuroxime axetil, which is often used to treat infections of the throat, sinuses, bronchi, and skin, belongs to a group of antibiotics called the cephalosporins .
Is cefuroxime used for UTI?
Cefuroxime is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, which means that it is active against a wide variety of bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, skin infections, chest infections, ear infections and sinusitis. It is also given before some surgical operations, to prevent an infection from occurring.
