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Ceftin Side Effects Center
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
- Generic Name: cefuroxime axetil
- Brand Name: Ceftin
- Drug Class: Cephalosporins, 2nd Generation
Ceftin (Cefuroxime Axetil) side effects drug center
Ceftin Side Effects Center
What Is Ceftin?
Ceftin (cefuroxime) is a cephalosporin antibiotic. Ceftin is available as a generic drug and is prescribed to treat infections with susceptible bacteria including skin and middle ear infections, tonsillitis, throat infections, laryngitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and gonorrhea.
What Are Side Effects of Ceftin?
Common side effects of Ceftin include:
- diarrhea
- dizziness
- headache
- drowsiness
- itching/swelling
- rash
- nausea
- abdominal pain
- stomach upset
- gas
- headache
- itching or rash
- hives
- cough
- stiff or tight muscles
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