Ceftum 250

Tablet · GSK
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Ceftum 250 is a tablet made by GSK that contains Cefuroxime 250 mg. Cefuroxime is a antibiotic (cephalosporin): treats chest, sinus, ear, skin and urine infections.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Cefuroxime250 mg

What it is used for

Treats chest, sinus, ear, skin and urine infections.

How it works

A second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic for chest, sinus, ear, skin, urinary infections and Lyme disease.

How to take it

Usually 250 to 500 mg twice a day after food (food improves absorption). Take at evenly spaced times and finish the full course even when you feel better, unless your doctor says otherwise.

Common side effects

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Thrush

Get medical help straight away if

  • Severe diarrhoea
  • Allergic reaction
  • Blistering rash

Be careful

Finish the course. Take with food.

Other medicines and interactions

Antacids and acid reducers lower absorption. Caution with penicillin allergy.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Considered acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Same ingredients, different strength or form

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Common questions

What is Ceftum 250?

Ceftum 250 is a tablet by GSK containing Cefuroxime 250 mg.

What is Ceftum 250 used for?

Treats chest, sinus, ear, skin and urine infections.

How should I take Ceftum 250?

Usually 250 to 500 mg twice a day after food (food improves absorption). Take at evenly spaced times and finish the full course even when you feel better, unless your doctor says otherwise. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Ceftum 250?

Common side effects include: Diarrhoea, nausea, headache, thrush. Get medical help straight away for: Severe diarrhoea, allergic reaction, blistering rash.

Does Ceftum 250 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Ceftum 250 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Considered acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the substitutes for Ceftum 250?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.