What is Cefuroxime?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: CefuroximeBrand:
Cefuroxime is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections including Lyme's disease.
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How do members experience Cefuroxime?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sinus infection (sinusitis) | 85 | 4 | |
| Lyme disease | 7 | 3 | |
| Urinary tract infection | 3 | 2 | |
| Bronchitis | 2 | 1 | |
| E. coli infection | 2 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Diarrhea | 4 | |
| Nausea | 2 | |
| Acid reflux | 1 | |
| Bad taste in mouth | 1 | |
| Bruising | 1 | |
| Dizziness | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 4 | |
| Mild | 5 | |
| None | 13 |
Member evaluations
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MaineGuy
evaluated on Oct 15, 2012
- Perceived effectiveness for Lyme disease: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
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