Roclav (125 mg+31.25 mg)/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)

70 ml bottle: ৳ 250.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Cefuroxime axetil clavulanic acid
Company Concord pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Roclav 500 mg tablet Roclav 250 mg tablet

Title

  • Roclav 125 Suspension

Categories

  • Medicine
  • Antibiotic
  • Cephalosporin

Description

  • Roclav 125 Suspension is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by sensitive bacteria. Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis, Acute Bacterial Otitis Media, Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis, Lower respiratory tract infections, Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, 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)
  • Cefuroxime is a bactericidal second generation cephalosporin antibiotic which is active against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative susceptible organisms including many beta-lactamase producing strains. Cefuroxime inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by interfering with the transpeptidation process.
  • 250 mg b.i.d. for 5-10 days, 250 mg b.i.d. for 10 days, 250-500 mg b.i.d. for 10 days, 20 mg/kg/day b.i.d for 5-10 days, 30 mg/kg/day b.i.d for 10 days, Cefuroxime-Clavulanic Acid tablet may be taken without regard of food.
  • Concomitant administration of probenecid with Cefuroxime-Clavulanic Acid increases the area under the serum concentration versus time curve by 50%. Drug that reduces gastric acidity may result in a lower bioavailability of Cefuroxime and tend to cancel the effect of postprandial absorption.
  • Cefuroxime-Clavulanic Acid is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to cephalosporin & in patients with Pseudomembranous Colitis.
  • Generally Cefuroxime-Clavulanic Acid is well tolerated. However, a few side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort or pain may occur. As with other broad-spectrum antibiotics, prolonged administration of Cefuroxime and Clavulanic acid combination may result in overgrowth of nonsusceptible microorganisms. Rarely (<0.2%) renal dysfunction, anaphylaxis, angioedema, pruritis, rash and serum sickness like urticaria may appear.
  • Cefuroxime-Clavulanic Acid can be safely used in later pregnancy to treat urinary and other infections. Cefuroxime-Clavulanic Acid is excreted into the breast milk in small quantities. However, the possibility of sensitizing the infant should be kept in mind.
  • Cefuroxime should be given with care to patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics & who has history of colitis.
  • Second generation Cephalosporins
  • Store in a cool, dry place (below 30° C), away from light and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
  • Cefuroxime is the cephalosporin antibiotic and Clavulanic acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. Roclav 125 Syrup is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by sensitive bacteria. Roclav 125 Syrup is used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, sinusitis, bronchitis, SSTI, UTI, gonorrhoea, pneumonia, typhoid fever. Roclav 125 Syrup starts working within 2-3 hours after taking it. The effect of Roclav 125 Syrup lasts for an average duration of 4-8 hours. Roclav 125 Syrup is safe to use in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. However, it is recommended to use this medicine only after consulting your doctor. Roclav 125 Syrup is safe to use during breastfeeding. It enters into breast milk at low levels.
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  • You have been prescribed Roclav 125 Syrup medicine to treat bacterial infections, even if they have developed resistance. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps. Stop taking Roclav 125 Syrup and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it. Do not use leftover medicine for treating any infection in the future. Always consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic.

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