About cefuroxime sodium
Second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic
Used for
- Treats susceptible bacterial infections, including pneumonia and other respiratory infections.
- Treats urinary, skin, bone, joint, and abdominal infections.
- Prevents infection during some surgical procedures.
Usual adult dose
Usually 750 mg to 1.5 g intravenously or intramuscularly every 8 hours; dose depends on infection and kidney function.
Usual dose in children
Usually 30–100 mg/kg/day intravenously or intramuscularly, divided into 3 or 4 doses; specialist dosing varies by infection.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain or inflammation
- Diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting
- Rash or other allergic reactions
- Changes in blood counts or liver tests
Important warnings
- Do not use for viral infections; unnecessary use promotes antibiotic resistance.
- Serious allergy may occur, especially with previous severe cephalosporin or penicillin allergy.
- Dose adjustment may be needed with kidney impairment.
- Seek urgent care for severe diarrhea, blistering rash, or breathing difficulty.
Pregnancy
Generally may be used when clinically needed; pregnancy-specific risks and benefits should be assessed by a clinician.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts may pass into milk; monitor for infant diarrhea, thrush, or rash.
Interactions
- Probenecid can increase cefuroxime levels.
- Medicines that affect kidney function may increase kidney-related risks.
- Oral anticoagulants may have increased effects; monitoring may be needed.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.