Ceftin generic name?

What is the generic name for Ceftin?

Ceftin is the brand name for cefuroxime, so the generic name is cefuroxime [1].

Is “Ceftin” cefuroxime axetil or plain cefuroxime?

For the oral tablet form sold as Ceftin, the generic name is cefuroxime axetil (the ester prodrug used in tablets). “Ceftin” commonly refers to cefuroxime axetil in practice [1].

What drug class is Ceftin (cefuroxime) in?

Ceftin (cefuroxime/cefuroxime axetil) is a cephalosporin antibiotic [1].

Can the generic name differ by formulation?

Yes. Different formulations can use related but specific generic naming (for example, cefuroxime axetil for oral products). If you share the exact product label (tablet/suspension and strength), the precise generic name can be confirmed [1].

Sources

[1] https://www.drugs.com/brand/ceftin.html