Description:
Sanfurox 500 mg contains cefuroxime axetil, an oral second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic effective against a broad range of bacterial infections including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, sinusitis, tonsillitis, and Lyme disease.

Prescription:
Yes – Sanfurox (cefuroxime) requires a doctor’s prescription. It should only be used under medical supervision.

Therapeutic Category:
Antibiotic – second-generation cephalosporin.

Active Ingredients/Composition (per tablet):

• Cefuroxime Axetil equivalent to Cefuroxime 500 mg
  

Vitamins:
None.

Minerals:
None.

Variant:

• Sanfurox 250 mg tablets (for milder infections or pediatric/adult dose adjustments)
• Sanfurox 500 mg tablets (most common for adults)
• Some markets also have oral suspensions or injectable forms under the Sanfurox brand.
  

Consume Type:
Oral tablets.

Directions/Usage:

• Adults & adolescents (over 12 years): 250–500 mg every 12 hours depending on infection severity.
  
• For severe or resistant infections: 500 mg every 12 hours.
  
• Take after food to improve absorption and reduce stomach upset.
• Complete the full course as prescribed even if symptoms improve early.
• Dosage for children should be determined by a doctor.
  

Common Side Effects:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea or vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Headache
• Vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection)
• Skin rash or allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling)
• Rare: Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea (severe, requires medical attention)
  

Package Type:
Blister packs of 10 or 14 tablets, usually packed in cardboard boxes.

Storage Advice:

• Store below 25°C (77°F) in a dry place.
  Protect from light and moisture.
• Keep out of reach of children.
  

Safety Advice:

• Tell your doctor if you have a history of allergy to penicillins or cephalosporins.
• Stop and seek immediate medical help if you experience signs of severe allergic reactions (difficulty breathing, swelling of face/lips/throat, severe rash).
• Prolonged use may result in secondary infections including fungal overgrowth.
• Use with caution in patients with kidney problems; dose adjustment may be needed.
• Avoid alcohol while on antibiotics.
  

Product Substitutes:
Other brands of cefuroxime axetil 500 mg tablets include:

• Zinnat
• Cefurox
• Cetil
• Ceftum
  

Manufacturer/Marketer:
Sanbe Farma

Country of Origin:

Varies – Sanfurox is commonly manufactured in Indonesia by Sanbe Farma