Cefuter-500 mg Tablet

Composition of Cefuter-500 mg Tablet

Cefuter-500 mg Tablet contains Cefuroxime axetil 500 mg (tablet). It belongs to the Cephalosporin (2nd generation) antibiotic class of medicines.

Uses of Cefuter-500 mg Tablet

• Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections (sinusitis
• tonsillitis/pharyngitis
• acute bronchitis
• pneumonia)
• ear infections (otitis media)
• urinary tract infections
• skin and soft tissue infections; may be used for other infections as prescribed.

Key benefits

• Treats bacterial throat and sinus infections
• helps in bronchitis and pneumonia
• effective for urinary tract infections
• treats skin and soft tissue infections
• helps in ear infections

How Cefuter-500 mg Tablet works

Cefuroxime is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, leading to weakening and rupture of the bacterial cell wall. It is effective only against bacterial (not viral) infections.

How to take Cefuter-500 mg Tablet

Take by mouth as prescribed, usually 1–2 times daily. Preferably take after food to improve absorption and reduce stomach upset. Swallow whole with water; complete the full course even if you feel better.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and, rarely, fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Cefuter-500 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Cefuter-500 mg are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• indigestion
• headache
• dizziness
• skin rash
• itching
• taste disturbance

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Cefuter-500 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only antibiotic; do not use for viral infections. Use with caution in patients with history of allergy to cephalosporins/penicillins (risk of hypersensitivity). Diarrhea can occur; seek medical help for severe/persistent diarrhea (risk of C. difficile colitis). Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney impairment. Inform doctor if pregnant/breastfeeding or if you have a history of gastrointestinal disease.

Do not take Cefuter-500 mg if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics.

Interactions with other medicines

Probenecid (increases cefuroxime levels), anticoagulants such as warfarin (may increase bleeding risk/INR), antacids/H2 blockers/PPIs may reduce absorption if taken together (separate dosing), oral contraceptives (antibiotics may reduce efficacy in some cases—use backup contraception), other nephrotoxic drugs (e.g., aminoglycosides, high-dose diuretics) may increase kidney risk.

How to store Cefuter-500 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Cefuter-500 mg Tablet

Space the doses evenly and complete the course. Keep the reconstituted syrup as the pharmacist instructed and discard it after the stated number of days.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

R.B.PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic

Drug class:

Cephalosporin (2nd generation) antibiotic