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Is it safe to use cefuroxime axetil 500 mg ( twice a day, within 5 day) during second trimester of pregnancy?

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Yes, safe: Cefuroxime belongs to the class of antibiotics called cephalosporins. They are safe during pregnancy (Category B). If you have any allergies to antibiotics, let your doctor know.

Dr Livingston and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/7/2018

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