ceftin

Frequently asked questions

What does Ceftin treat?

Ceftin (Cefuroxime Axetil) may be used to treat infectious bone diseases, escherichia coli infections, gonorrhea, haemophilus infections, impetigo, klebsiella infections, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How does Ceftin work?

Ceftin is a cephalosporin antibacterial. Cephalosporins kill bacteria by blocking the proteins they use to build their cell walls. Without an intact wall, the bacterium cannot hold its shape and dies, which clears the infection.

How is Ceftin rated?

pharmaranks gives Ceftin a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

How much does Ceftin cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $8.93 for 30, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins.

Is there a coupon or discount for Ceftin?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Ceftin. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Ceftin?

Ceftin is marketed by Glaxosmithkline. You can see Glaxosmithkline's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Ceftin a brand-name or generic drug?

Ceftin is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Cefuroxime Axetil.

Is Ceftin available over the counter?

No. Ceftin is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Ceftin come in?

Ceftin is currently marketed as tablet, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Ceftin?

Ceftin is classified as cephalosporin antibacterial, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Ceftin FDA-registered?

Ceftin is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA050605. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Ceftin been recalled by the FDA?

Ceftin has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Ceftin safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Ceftin a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.