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Axtl is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel, Tablet. Other than this, Axtl has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Axtl depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Axtl can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Axtl go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Axtl is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Axtl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Axtl contraindications section.
Besides this, Axtl may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Axtl is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Axtl is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult(Male) |
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| Geriatric |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Axtl safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Axtl in pregnant women.
Is the use of Axtl safe during breastfeeding?
Axtl is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Axtl on the Kidneys?
Axtl has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Axtl on the Liver?
Axtl is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Axtl on the Heart?
You can take Axtl without any fear of damage to the heart.
Axtl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Axtl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Axtl habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Axtl.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Axtl as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Axtl should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Axtl is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Axtl
Taking Axtl with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Axtl
Information about the interaction of Axtl and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
The dosage of Axtl may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
Yes, Axtl can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.
No, Axtl does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Axtl. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Take Axtl as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, Axtl can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Axtl along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312
