FDA approves generic pediatric antibiotic
The Food and Drug Administration gave the okay to Ranbaxy Laboratories for its pediatric formulation of the generic antibiotic cefuroxime axetil.
The Food and Drug Administration gave the okay to Ranbaxy Laboratories for its pediatric formulation of the generic antibiotic cefuroxime axetil.
The drug, which is also sold as GlaxoSmithKline's Ceftin, is indicated for treatment of mild to moderate pharyngitis/tonsillitis, acute bacterial otitis media, and impetigo in patients 3 months to 12 years old. Two dose sizes have been approved, 125 mg/5 ml and 250 mg/5 ml.
Michael Daines, MD, discusses pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome
June 12th 2025Michael O. Daines, MD, outlines key diagnostic criteria and treatment challenges for pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS), emphasizing the need for multidisciplinary care and improved treatment access.
