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Ceftin (CEFUROXIME AXETIL)

GSK · FDA-approved approved Small molecule Quality 50/100

Ceftin works by inhibiting the bacterial enzyme responsible for cell wall synthesis, ultimately leading to bacterial cell death.

At a glance

Generic nameCEFUROXIME AXETIL
SponsorGSK
Drug classCephalosporin Antibacterial
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
PhaseFDA-approved
First approval1987

Mechanism of action

Cefuroxime axetil is an antibacterial drug see Clinical Pharmacology (12.4)].

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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FDA labelMechanism, indications, dosing, boxed warnings, drug interactions
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

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