Ceftin (Cefuroxime axetil)


Systemic Anti-infective


Antibiotic


Is an antibiotic (cephalosporin type) used to treat throat, sinus, ear infections, Pneumonia, bladder infection.


Tablets: 250-500 mg twice daily for 5 to 10 days with food.


Category B


Nausea, vomiting, Diarrhea, rash, vaginal yeast infection.




Pregnancy Risk Categories defined:

A: Studies in pregnant women failed to show a risk to the fetus in the first trimester - with no evidence of risk in the later trimesters.

B: Animals studies indicate no adverse effect to the fetus, but there are no adequate, clinical studies in pregnant women.

C: Animal studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus, but there are no adequate, clinical studies in humans. Despite potential risks, the drug may be useful in pregnant women.

D: There is evidence of risk to the human fetus, but the potential benefits of use in pregnant women may be acceptable, despite potential risks.

X: Studies in animals or humans show fetal abnormalities, or adverse reaction reports indicate evidence of fetal risk. Warning: the risks involved clearly outweigh any potential benefit from using the drug in pregnant women, regardless of trimester.

NR: Not rated (i.e., no information available at this time as to the potential risks or benefits).