Axim CV 250 mg+62.5 mg (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Cefuroxime axetil clavulanic acid
Company Aristopharma ltd
Also available as
Axim cv 500 mg tablet Axim cv 125 mg suspension

Title

  • Axim CV 250 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Antibiotics
  • Cephalosporins
  • Second generation cephalosporins
  • Beta-lactamase inhibitors

Description

  • Indicated for the treatment of infections caused by sensitive bacteria
  • Bactericidal action against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms
  • Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis
  • Well-tolerated with few side effects
  • Contraindicated in patients with known allergy to cephalosporin and Pseudomembranous Colitis

Dosage

  • Dosage varies for different infections and age groups
  • Can be taken without regard to food
  • Adolescents and adults: 250-1000 mg twice daily for 5-20 days
  • Paediatric patients: Doses based on weight and frequency

Mode of Action

  • Interferes with the transpeptidation process in bacterial cell wall synthesis
  • Clavulanic acid irreversibly binds to beta-lactamase enzymes and inactivates them

Interactions

  • Probenecid increases serum concentration of Cefuroxime-Clavulanic Acid by 50%
  • Drugs that reduce gastric acidity may lower bioavailability of Cefuroxime

Contraindications

  • Allergy to cephalosporin
  • Pseudomembranous Colitis

Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Prolonged use may lead to overgrowth of nonsusceptible microorganisms
  • Rarely renal dysfunction, anaphylaxis, angioedema

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Avoid in first trimester if possible
  • Safe for later pregnancy to treat infections
  • Excreted in breast milk in small quantities

Precautions

  • Use with care in patients receiving potent diuretics
  • Caution in patients with colitis history

Drug Classes

  • Second generation Cephalosporins

Storage Conditions

  • Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture

Indications

  • Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes
  • Acute Bacterial Otitis Media caused by various bacteria
  • Lower respiratory tract infections including pneumoniae
  • Uncomplicated skin and skin-structure infections
  • Uncomplicated urinary tract infections
  • Bone and Joint Infections
  • Uncomplicated Gonorrhoea
  • Early Lyme Disease
  • Septicemia
  • Meningitis
  • Switch therapy (Injectable to oral)

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