Secomax 500 mg Tablet

Secomax 500 mg Tablet contains cefuroxime, a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic from General Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It is used to treat susceptible bacterial infections such as respiratory tract, ear, throat, urinary tract, and skin infections.

Secomax 500 mg tablet by General Pharmaceuticals Ltd. contains Cefuroxime, a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It is prescribed for a variety of bacterial infections, including those of the throat, sinuses, ear, chest, urinary tract, and skin, and is also used for early Lyme disease in some regions. Secomax is a prescription-only medicine and must be taken exactly as directed by a registered doctor.

Cefuroxime works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall, the protective layer that keeps bacteria intact. As the wall fails, the bacteria swell and burst, ending the infection. It is effective only against bacteria and will not help viral illnesses such as the common cold, flu, or most coughs and sore throats.

• Throat, tonsil, and sinus infections
• Middle-ear infections
• Bronchitis and certain chest infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Skin and soft-tissue infections
• Early Lyme disease (in regions where it occurs)

ChamberBD shows dosing only from the approved product label, with its source named, and no label is on file for Secomax 500 mg Tablet. Use the dose your doctor prescribed and the instructions in the pack leaflet.

Cefuroxime is usually well tolerated. Possible side effects include:

• Diarrhoea, nausea, or vomiting
• Abdominal discomfort or indigestion
• Headache or dizziness
• Skin rash and, with longer use, thrush

Rarely, it may cause serious allergic reactions or severe, persistent diarrhoea due to a bowel infection. Stop Secomax and seek urgent medical attention if you notice facial or throat swelling, difficulty breathing, a spreading rash, or blood in your stools.

Secomax is a prescription-only antibiotic — never self-medicate. Take it only when prescribed by a registered doctor, and never buy it over the counter or share it. Always complete the full prescribed course, even after your symptoms improve, because stopping early allows the strongest bacteria to survive and the infection to come back harder to treat.

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or cephalosporins, or have kidney disease or bowel problems. Antibiotic resistance is a serious national crisis in Bangladesh, and unnecessary use of cephalosporins like Cefuroxime pushes us closer to infections that no longer respond to treatment.

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take. Important interactions with Cefuroxime include:

• Antacids and acid-reducing drugs (such as ranitidine or omeprazole) — can reduce absorption; separate the timing
• Probenecid — raises cefuroxime levels
• Warfarin — bleeding risk may increase
• Oral typhoid vaccine — may be less effective

Do not take Secomax if you:

• Are allergic to cefuroxime or other cephalosporin antibiotics
• Have had a severe allergic reaction to penicillin

Use with caution and tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, a history of bowel disease (colitis), or are prone to allergies. Your doctor will judge whether Secomax is appropriate for you.

Cefuroxime may be used in pregnancy when the doctor judges it necessary, as cephalosporins are generally considered among the safer antibiotics. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Small amounts pass into breast milk and it is usually considered compatible with breastfeeding, though the baby may occasionally have loose stools or thrush. Discuss breastfeeding with your doctor before taking Secomax.

Store as printed on the pack and keep out of the reach of children.