Ceftum 500 mg Tablet, Substitutes & Alternatives
Find medicines with the same composition as Ceftum 500 mg Tablet (Cefuroxime (500mg)). Compare alternatives at different price points.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Medicines with the same active ingredient and strength as Ceftum 500 mg Tablet.
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Ceftum 500 mg Tablet
tablet - 500 mg - 10 S
₹525
₹52.53 per tablet
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FDC Ltd · tablet - 500 mg - 10 S · Rx
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- Xyeter 500MG Tab
KLM LAB · tablet - 500 mg - 10 S · Rx
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- Secrox 500MG Tab
MNW LIFE SCIENCES · tablet - 500 mg - 10 S · Rx
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- Bipacef 500 Tab
MICRO LABS · tablet - 500mg - 10 S · Rx
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- Movacef 500MG Tab
MOVA PHARMACEUTICALS · tablet - 500 mg - 10 S · Rx
₹513
₹51.30 per tablet
- Coraile 500 Tab
PHARMANOVA · tablet - 500mg - 10 S · Rx
₹513
₹51.30 per tablet
- Ceroxim 500MG Tab
SUN PHARMA 2 · tablet - 500 mg - 10 S · Rx
₹513
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- Zocef 500MG Tab 10S
ALKEM LAB · tablet - 500 mg - 10 S · Rx
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Same salt, different brand — what does that mean?
A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Ceftum 500 mg Tablet. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Known Substitutes
The following medicines may be used as alternatives to Ceftum 500 mg Tablet (same or similar composition):
- Cefuroxime Axetil 500 mg Tablet (generic)
- Zinnat 500 Tablet
- Ceftin 500 Tablet
- Cefurox 500 Tablet
- Xime 500 Tablet
Important: Never switch medicines without consulting your doctor or pharmacist. Even medicines with the same composition may have different inactive ingredients that affect how they work for you.
Understanding the Composition
Ceftum 500 mg Tablet contains Cefuroxime (500mg). Substitute medicines with the same active ingredient work by the same mechanism and treat the same conditions.
Price differences between brands are common and do not indicate a difference in quality or effectiveness. All medicines sold in India must meet the standards set by CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation).
Ceftum 500 mg Tablet: At a Glance
- Composition
- Cefuroxime (500mg)
- Price
- ₹525
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Manufacturer
- GLAXO SMITHKLINE PHARMA
- Known substitutes
- 5
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