Cefuroxime and ampicillin compared in a double-blind study in the treatment of lower respiratory tract infections.

Cefuroxime and ampicillin were compared in a randomized double-blind trial in the treatment of severe lower respiratory tract infections. 750 mg of cefuroxime were given to 57 patients and 500 mg of ampicillin to 54 patients by intramuscular injection three times daily for 7-10 days. The patients ha... View More