Altacef Marketing Information
Altacef is sold in pharmcies as "Ceftin". It is also possible to purchase Ceftin in online store. Usually it doesn't require doctor's receipt. Altacef also can be sold as: Cefuroxime, Actixim, Aksef, Alurix, Amphacef, Anaptivan, Anbacim, Antibioxime, Axcef, Axet, Axetil, Axetine, Axim, Axycef, Bearcef, Benoxtil, Betaroxime, Bifuroksym, Bifuroxim, Biociclin, Biofuroksym, Bioracef, Cefabiot, Cefagen, Cefaks, Cefasyn, Cefatin, Ce
Altacef Description
Generic Altacef is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by interfering with the formation of the bacteria's cell wall so that the wall ruptures, resulting in the death of the bacteria.
Generic name of Generic Altacef is Cefuroxime.
Brand name of Generic Altacef is Altacef.
Altacef Dosage
Generic Altacef is available in:
125mg Low Dosage250mg Standard Dosage500mg Increased DosageTake Generic Altacef by mouth with or without food.
Swallow Generic Altacef whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
Generic Altacef works best if it is taken at the same time each day.
If you want to achieve most effective results do not stop taking Generic Altacef suddenly. To clear up your infection completely, take Generic Altacef for the full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days.
Altacef Missing of dose
Do not take double dose. If you miss a dose you should take it as soon as you remember about your missing. If it is the time for the next dose you should continue your regular dosing schedule.
Altacef Overdose
If you overdose Generic Altacef and you don't feel good you should visit your doctor or health care provider immediately.
Altacef Side effects
Generic Altacef has its side effects. The most common are:
diarrheanauseavomitingLess common but more serious side effects during taking Generic Altacef:
allergy reactions (urticaria, breathing difficulties, rash, and eruption)bloody stoolschange in the amount of urinedark urineeasy bruising or bleedingfatiguefeverseizuressevere diarrheastomach cramps/painvaginal irritation or dischargeyellowing of the skin or eyesSide effects manifestations are not only depend on medicine you are taking but also depend on your health state and on the other factors.
Altacef Contra-indications
Do not take Generic Altacef if you are allergic to Generic Altacef components.
Generic Altacef should not be used for colds, flu, other virus infections, sore throats or other minor infections, or to prevent infections.
Be careful if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
Be careful if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement.
Be careful if you are diabetes patient. Generic Altacef may cause the results of some tests for urine glucose to be wrong.
To prevent pregnancy, use an extra form of birth control because hormonal birth control pills may not work as well while you are using Generic Altacef.
It can be dangerous to stop Generic Altacef taking suddenly.
Altacef Frequently asked questions
Q: What is Generic Altacef?
A: Generic Altacef is used for treating bacterial infections (sinus, skin, lung, urinary tract, ear, and throat). It may also be used to treat Lyme disease and gonorrhea.
Q: What are generic and brand names of Generic Altacef?
A: Generic name of Generic Altacef is Cefuroxime. Brand name of Generic Altacef is Altacef.
Q: In what way does Generic Altacef operate?
A: It works by interfering with the formation of the bacteria's cell wall so that the wall ruptures, resulting in the death of the bacteria.