Cefuroxime + Sulbactam
Uses
Cefuroxime and Sulbactam are used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
How it Works
How Cefuroxime + Sulbactam works Cefuroxime + Sulbactam is a combination of two medicines: Cefuroxime and Sulbactam. Cefuroxime is an antibiotic that works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering, which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that blocks the action of enzymes produced by bacteria to inactivate Cefuroxime. The addition of Sulbactam reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefuroxime against bacteria.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Cefuroxime and Sulbactam include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, increased liver enzymes, and allergic reactions.
Expert Advice
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections, even if they have developed resistance.
- Do not skip any doses and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better.
- Stopping treatment early may cause the infection to return and make it harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect; taking probiotics may help alleviate this.
- Contact your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Stop taking Cefuroxime + Sulbactam and inform your doctor immediately if you experience:
- An itchy rash
- Swelling of the face, throat, or tongue
- Breathing difficulties
Other Combinations
Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid
Cefuroxime + Lactic Acid (Lactobacillus)
Cefuroxime + Linezolid