Ceftum 125 mg Tablet

Ceftum 125 mg Tablet is a prescription antibiotic that contains 125 mg of cefuroxime in each tablet. It belongs to the cephalosporin class and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Ceftum 125 mg Tablet may be prescribed for infections of the throat, sinuses, ears, lungs, skin, or urinary tract when the bacteria are likely to respond to cefuroxime.

How it works: Cefuroxime works by stopping bacteria from building the cell wall they need to survive. The tablet form delivers the medicine by mouth so it can be absorbed into the body and reach the infection site.

The Ceftum 125 mg Tablet is the lower-strength tablet in this brand line compared with Ceftum 250 mg Tablet, so it is often chosen when a doctor wants a smaller dose or a more gradual dose adjustment. This strength can be useful for patients who need the medicine in a lower total amount per dose, but it should still only be used when a clinician has determined cefuroxime is appropriate.

• Throat and tonsil infections
• Sinus infections
• Ear infections
• Certain chest infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Urinary tract infections

• Swallow the Ceftum 125 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water unless your prescriber gives different directions.
• Take it exactly as prescribed and try to take each dose at the same times each day.
• Taking Ceftum 125 mg Tablet with food can improve absorption and may help reduce stomach upset.
• Finish the full prescribed course even if you start feeling better.
• Do not double up doses if you miss one; take the next dose when it is due unless your doctor instructs otherwise.

Each Ceftum 125 mg Tablet provides 125 mg of cefuroxime. Depending on the infection, a doctor may prescribe it once or twice daily, and the exact dose and length of treatment are decided by the prescriber based on age, infection type, and kidney function. Do not increase the dose on your own; the maximum daily amount depends on the condition being treated and the doctor's instructions.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Cefuroxime may include:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Mild rash or itching

• Tell your doctor if you have had an allergy to cefuroxime, penicillins, or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, since dose adjustment may be needed.
• Ceftum 125 mg Tablet may not be the right choice for people with a history of severe antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
• Take the tablet with food if directed, because food can improve absorption for this medicine.
• Tell your clinician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting treatment.
• Do not use this antibiotic for viral infections, because it will not help and may increase resistance.
• If you develop rash, swelling, or breathing problems, seek urgent medical help right away.

• Probenecid
• Antacids or acid-reducing medicines that may affect absorption timing
• Strong blood thinners such as warfarin
• Other antibiotics unless specifically prescribed together

Store Ceftum 125 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light.