Cefuroxime User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• amb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 4, 2013

Ceftin (cefuroxime) for Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis "I have infections in the sinus, throat, and upper chest. My doctor first put me on Augmentin, which caused me to throw up. She changed it to Ceftin, and it is giving me no trouble at all. Also, I am already feeling better in the sinus. I have a horrible cough, but I imagine that's from the bronchitis breaking up. I'm very pleased with how this is working so far."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 22, 2012

For Sinusitis "This was prescribed to me for a sinus infection. After 5 days of use, I felt no change in my condition. This medication did not work for me. My dosage was 2 tablets by mouth twice a day. Tablets were 500 mg."

• Bri...
• December 9, 2015

Ceftin (cefuroxime) for Sinusitis "Did an excellent job with clearing up the sinus infection. Four days in, however, I got hit with pretty severe diarrhea. The doctor had me stop taking it since I was so much improved in terms of the sinusitis and due to the side effects. It's been 48 hours of diarrhea and 24 since I terminated the medication. Hopefully, it resolves with the probiotics I'm taking and cessation of the Ceftin. I am concerned about the severe colitis I've read about, but we shall see."

• sam...
• October 25, 2009

Ceftin (cefuroxime) for Bronchitis "After taking Ceftin (Cefuroxime) for 3 days, my throat swelled, and my chest became more constricted. It felt as though I could not swallow well. I was dizzy and anxious. I consulted the pharmacist, who told me to take a Benadryl and if I didn't improve quickly, to get myself to the hospital. Within 5 minutes of taking the Benadryl, I could feel my throat relaxing. After relating this situation to my daughter, she told me she had a similar experience with this drug when it was prescribed for her a year ago."

• Joh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 12, 2019

For Lyme Disease "Got bitten by a tick and the doctor decided to put me on antibiotics to prevent Lyme disease - even though there were no clear signs of Lyme disease. The doctor prescribed this drug, cefuroxime, after only three pills of doxycycline. Compared to the doxycycline, this drug barely shows any side effects at all! The first thing I noticed was a weird taste in my mouth a couple of minutes after swallowing my first pill (probably because it's bitter). I've also been having a bit of lightheadedness and a bit less appetite. Oral thrush is barely noticeable. But compared to the doxycycline, I absolutely recommend this antibiotic. It doesn't burn your stomach/esophagus, doesn't cause sun sensitivity, doesn't ruin your sense of taste and smell, etc. like the doxycycline did. I was able to take 500 mg of this drug twice a day for three weeks. I gave up on doxycycline just after the third pill since the side effects were DEVASTATING. Cefuroxime is a great antibiotic!"

• Anonymous
• January 13, 2010

Ceftin (cefuroxime) for Sinusitis "I was put on Ceftin for a sinus infection. Three days later, I developed terrible diarrhea with blood, found out it was called pseudomembranous colitis. It is now a week later, and I am still suffering from the side effects."

• Kam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 28, 2019

For Urinary Tract Infection "I was diagnosed with UTI on 9/21/2019, and the doctor prescribed me two tabs of cefuroxime a day. The medication is for 5 days. The antibiotic works as expected and has some side effects. I had a severe headache for two days, and to get through it, I took a cup of cold milk with honey. On that note, I didn't have any pain during urination."

• Jer...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 5, 2018

Ceftin (cefuroxime) for Sinusitis "I have been prescribed Ceftin multiple times over the course of 6 years to treat my sinusitis. Every time I have taken it, I have only been able to endure a few days before the incredibly harsh nature of this medicine on my stomach forces a doctor to stop the use. This week I was prescribed it again, and 4 hours into the VERY FIRST PILL of my VERY FIRST DOSE, I began to feel terrible stabbing abdominal pain and then began over 24 hours of awful diarrhea and vomiting. My body felt like it was going through a war. Now, not only was I still battling through sinusitis, but due to taking this Ceftin, I added symptoms of being in the throes of a stomach virus. I went to the doctor 12 hours into this episode, whereby he told me NEVER TAKE THIS MEDICINE AGAIN... it clearly is having awful reactions with your body. This has really set me back now, and thanks to the havoc it wrecked on my insides, now I can’t take any meds orally for a bit until we can stabilize my stomach."

• Hel...
• March 17, 2016

For Urinary Tract Infection "Omg, this is the worst antibiotic ever. I almost finished a whole two weeks' supply and felt no better. I've been back to the doctor three times since using this antibiotic. It did nothing for my pain or me. Hopefully, sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim works better."

• Anonymous
• March 5, 2009

For Sinusitis "I was amazed that this antibiotic started taking effect after the 2nd dose (500 mg 2x/day). I have completed 2 days of 10, and although my head and ears still feel full, I can breathe through my nose, have been sleeping through the night, and have my energy level back. I am extremely pleased."

• Dic...
• March 17, 2019

Ceftin (cefuroxime) for Bladder Infection "I have been on Cefuroxime 250 mg tabs (generic for Ceftin) for 3 months, and my bladder infection has not improved. In fact, my urine is more bloody and continues getting worse. I have told my Dr. and requested a different, hopefully more effective antibiotic, but she keeps pushing this one. I am about to change doctors if she does not change it or my condition worsens more."

• Tee...
• February 27, 2020

For Upper Respiratory Tract Infection "I've been fighting a bad infection in my sinuses and chest for 3 weeks. I'm on day 2 of this drug and coughing up mucus now, and hoping this is normal. I feel a lot better and can breathe while lying down. What a relief!"

• Res...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 2, 2015

For Sinusitis "I have tried different sinus medications over the years, and this seems to be the best of them all. Just 2 pills a day, breakfast and dinner, no noticeable negative effects. Cured my bout of sinusitis in about 3 days, but I continued to take it for the full 14 days."

• Alb...
• October 10, 2022

For Sinusitis "I've had 2 sinus surgeries (hated them both) the last one (about 6 years ago)The packing was left in till I got a bad infection with a horrible smell hence the infection. After that, I have reoccurring sinus infections with that same terrible smell and must get on antibiotics right away they always clear up but never eradicate the infection as it always comes back, last time it took 3 years to come back. I'm going to phone my Dr. tomorrow and get Cefuroxime that I know will work. I hope this helps someone...cheers Albert ...out..."

• Nic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 2, 2018

For Sinusitis "I've had a sinus infection for over 4 weeks that just wasn't getting better - I was exhausted, no appetite, headaches, and the drainage from my sinus down my throat was starting to choke me at night. After seeing a doctor, I found that my sinus infection has spread to my throat and ears and was prescribed 500 mg 2x a day for 10 days. Two to three days in, and I felt reborn! This is a miracle drug! I do, however, feel some heartburn and flatulence as I'm nearing the end of my prescription, but it is so worth it!"

• Yoa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 26, 2020

For Urinary Tract Infection "1st took cefuroxime for 10 days and worked well but 3-4 days later symptoms returned (infection). After a week was re-given this drug. First 2 days had chills, feverish, swollen L hand (had cut on it) and developed chest pressure 2nd night. 3d day swelling in L hand diminished but chills and feverish symptoms persist."

• Anonymous
• February 12, 2016

For Upper Respiratory Tract Infection "I have an upper respiratory infection. I have been on this medication for 3 full days so far, and my fever is gone and my cough is a lot better. It's definitely effective, the only problem is the side effects are awful! I'm extremely dizzy and have real low energy. This stuff works, but it sucks the life out of you."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 29, 2023

For Upper Respiratory Tract Infection "Had severe upper respiratory and sinus infection. Low-grade fever. I finished my prescription yesterday. This medicine made me feel better, combined with expectorant and Sudafed, as well as albuterol treatments. I can say it was hard on my stomach. The nausea and upset stomach were severe for me. I got the bad taste in my mouth side effect, too. I'm still coughing today and am fatigued; however, I do feel better, and my sinuses are clearing up. I had a seven-day treatment. Normally, I have to take two Z-Pak treatments. Let's hope this round of antibiotics is effective."

• Eri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 4, 2022

For Lyme Disease "Cefuroxime is very easy to take, compared to Doxy, this is a breeze. Still have headaches but on day 7 so we will see. Taking it for possible Lyme after a tick bite and an itchy rash but no bullseye or anything. It just looked like a bug bite. I also have long covid so that is seriously complicating things. I do not know what symptoms are from what......."

• Anonymous
• June 10, 2011

Ceftin (cefuroxime) for Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis "It quickly helped get rid of the infection in my throat, but it is very hard to take. The taste of the pill is horrible and sticks around for a long time in the back of your throat. I used flavored yogurt to help counteract the flavor after I swallowed the pill. It also starts dissolving quickly, so it tended to get stuck in my throat."

• Pye...
• August 22, 2016

For Sinusitis "I've been suffering from acute sinusitis for 13 days now. The doctor gave me antibiotics to nip it in the bud before it becomes chronic. I'm on my 6th day of Cefuroxime Axetil (500 mg 2 x per day) and I feel no better. In fact my condition continues to worsen. There is more greenish yellow mucous, I'm beginning to cough up mucous, and sinus headaches are starting. My doctor refuses to change the antibiotic because he says it can take anywhere from 1 day to over a week to work. I have to give it 3-4 more days. Truly disappointed with this medication."

• Riz...
• April 10, 2017

For Urinary Tract Infection "I came down with a UTI on 4/1/17. My primary care provider couldn't get me in, so I ended up going to urgent care on 4/6/17, as I couldn't stand to suffer any longer. (I have compromised kidneys, so nearly every time I get a UTI, it develops into a kidney infection.) The urgent care doctor prescribed me cefuroxime. I was surprised when I picked it up from the pharmacy because it wasn't the same antibiotic that I normally get prescribed for my UTI/kidney infections. Today is 4/10/17, and I still feel absolutely awful. It seems to be having no effect. I'm used to feeling better relatively quickly with the other antibiotic that I'm normally prescribed. I guess I'll be heading back to the doctor this week!"

• Ali...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 8, 2020

For Lyme Disease "I was prescribed this cefuroxime at a dose of 500mg 2 x a day for 10 days for Lyme Disease. I had no symptoms of having Lyme other than a bite mark and huge circular rash that was terribly itchy. I have had no side effects from cefuroxime for me. I will ask for this in the future. Best of luck to all who are ill. I hope you have a speedy recovery & are paired with a successful remedy!"

• Cal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 5, 2018

For Sinusitis "I've been sick with a sinus/ear/eye infection, and after a very painful night during which I nearly choked on all the phlegm, I was prescribed cefuroxime 500 mg twice a day for 10 days. I expected it to work right away, but it took about 3 days for the symptoms to lessen. No side effects to report. I think it works, just give it time. I also use saline nasal spray and take Tylenol, vitamins, etc."

• Anonymous
• May 19, 2016

For Sinusitis "I suffer from severe sinus issues, almost monthly, and this is the best antibiotic I have ever taken. Three days into the meds, and I felt better! Thank God, I have finally found something that will help me feel better within days."