Công dụng liều dùng và cách sử dụng thuốc Cefuroxim

Before using any drug in the treatment of a disease, the user should be familiar with them. Because lack of knowledge often leads to misuse of drugs, with serious consequences. So what is Cefuroxim? Uses, dosage, usage and what should be kept in mind when using?

1. General information about the drug Cefuroxim

Cefuroxime is an antibiotic of the cephalosporin group. This drug is used in the treatment of infections such as: respiratory tract infections, gastrointestinal infections, urinary tract infections, ... Some surgical patients are prescribed medication to prevent infection.

1.1. The mechanism of action of the drug

Cefuroxime is able to prevent bacterial cells from multiplying, growing and dividing. The drug breaks down the cell wall, destroying the original bacteria.

1.2. Contraindicated cases

Normal people or patients in the treatment phase do not use the drug when having the following signs:

• History of allergy to drugs or antibiotics of the cephalosporin group.
• The body is sensitive to some antibiotics of the betalactam group (carbapenems, penicillin).
• Not recommended for children under 3 months old.

1.3. Be cautious when using drugs

Subjects contraindicated and cautious when using antibiotics of the cephalosporin group:

• People with kidney disease: When using drugs, they will be excreted through the kidneys to become a burden, reducing kidney function. Therefore, you need to inform your doctor when you have some diseases: kidney failure, kidney stones, glomerulonephritis, ... to change to other drugs or to adjust the dosage to be safer.
• Pregnant women: The risk has not been established on the fetus. However, pregnant women should not arbitrarily take drugs without the appointment of an obstetrician.
• Breastfeeding women: When entering the body, the drug will travel to the lactation, leading to unwanted side effects in the baby.
• The elderly: Easily affect kidney function, reduce drug elimination process, so they often experience side effects more than others.

1.4. Health conditions affect the effectiveness of the drug

The drug Cefuroxime may be affected when used in patients with some of the following diseases: a history of gastrointestinal disease, colon disease, acute / chronic liver-kidney disease and malnutrition.

In addition, using Cefuroxime in combination with other drugs can cause interactions, affect performance, and lead to unwanted side effects.

2. Dosage and safe use of Cefuroxime

Dosage and administration should be specified by a qualified physician. Depending on the age, the pathology and the severity of the disease, the doctor prescribes accordingly.

2.1. Dosage for adults

• Treatment of diseases: tonsillitis, pharyngitis, bacterial sinusitis, 250mg dose.
• Treatment of diseases: Acute bronchitis and chronic should take a dose of 250mg or 500mg.
• For uncomplicated urinary tract infections, oral dose of 125mg or 250mg.
• Treatment of cervical gonorrhea, urethra uncomplicated, 1g dose.
• Treatment of newly acquired Lyme disease, 500mg dose.
• For other infections and for how long to maintain the oral dose for results, adults should see a doctor to prescribe the correct dose.
• The usual adult intravenous dose is about 750mg for the treatment of serious infections.

2.2. Dosage for children

• Young children are indicated to use the drug in the form of a suspension with the dosage depending on their condition and weight.
• For children under 13 years old, can take oral doses from 125mg - 250mg, maintenance dose depending on the type of disease and the degree of recovery.
• For children over 13 years old apply the same therapeutic oral dose as adults.
• Intravenous dose for children and very young children is about 30mg - 60mg, depending on body weight and severity of the disease.

2.3. How to use medicine safely

Using drugs for both adults and children, patients should not arbitrarily buy drugs when not prescribed or oral / injected exceed the prescribed dose.

For people being treated for kidney diseases, it is necessary to be careful and examine the kidneys thoroughly before using drugs for treatment. Especially patients who are seriously ill, have weak resistance or are taking a combination of diuretics should also pay attention to avoid affecting kidney function.

2.4. In case of overdose

Most people taking the drug experience diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. There are a few cases of nerve stimulation on seizures, especially people with Kidney Failure.

Treatment for drug overdose:

• Patients should be concerned with the possibility of overdose due to combination of multiple drugs at the same time. At the same time pay attention to drug interactions, abnormal pharmacokinetics in each disease.
• Respiratory system of the patient should be protected, use measures to ventilate before infusion. In the event of seizures, it is best to stop using the drug and treat it with anticonvulsant therapy.
• Treatment with hemodialysis can remove drugs from the blood quickly, but only assist with symptom resolution.
• Cefuroxime drug levels in the body can be reduced by peritoneal dialysis or hemodialysis.

3. Some common side effects when taking the drug

Adults and children may experience some unwanted side effects while taking the medicine. When you see your body reacting to the drug, you should visit the hospital with the following symptoms:

• Sudden high fever, chills, itchy rash, joint pain, swollen glands.
• Symptoms: Chest pain, rapid heartbeat, epilepsy, diarrhea, blood in the urine / stool, confusion in mind.
• Pale skin, jaundice, a red, flaky, bruised rash.
• Severe thirst, less urination, sudden weight gain, loss of appetite, difficulty breathing or numbness, muscle swelling.
• Less serious symptoms: mouth sores, headache, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, stuffy nose, cough, drowsiness, vaginal itching, ...

4. Important precautions when taking medications

When taking the drug Cefuroxim to treat diseases in adults and children, you should note:

• The drug is only effective and highly effective in treating bacterial infections. Not used in the treatment of diseases caused by viruses.
• During the course of taking the drug, you should not interrupt the dose or stop the drug suddenly. To avoid drug resistance or cause more serious infections, adhere to the dose of the doctor.
• When taking the drug in overdose, some people experience mild or serious side effects. Ideally you should contact your doctor and go to the nearest hospital for timely treatment.
• If you miss a dose, take the supplement right away. Should only take a single dose in the near future, do not take a compensatory dose or exceed the indicated dose.

Above is the information you need to know about Cefuroxim to have a safe and effective use. Depending on your medical condition, you should take the appropriate dosage and always remember to read the instructions carefully, talk to your doctor before taking any medicine for whatever purpose.