Clavusef 125 mg+31.25 mg (Tablet)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefuroxime axetil clavulanic acid |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes
- Acute Bacterial Otitis Media caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis
- Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae
- Lower respiratory tract infections including pneumoniae
- Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis and secondary bacterial infections of Acute bronchitis
- Uncomplicated skin and skin-structure infections
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infections
- Bone and Joint Infections
- Uncomplicated Gonorrhoea
- Early Lyme Disease (erythema migrans)
- Septicemia
- Meningitis
- Switch therapy (Injectable to oral)
Pharmacology
- Bactericidal
- Interferes with transpeptidation process
- Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis
- Protection from degradation by beta lactamase enzymes
Dosage & Administration
- 250-500 mg b.i.d.
- 7-14 days duration
- May be taken without regard of food
- Pediatric dosage based on weight
- Single dose for certain indications
Interaction
Concomitant administration of probenecid with Cefuroxime-Clavulanic Acid increases the area under the serum concentration versus time curve by 50%
Contraindications
- Known allergy to cephalosporin
- Pseudomembranous Colitis
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal discomfort or pain
- Renal dysfunction
- Anaphylaxis
- Angioedema
- Pruritis
- Rash
- Serum sickness like urticaria
Pregnancy & Lactation
Can be safely used in later pregnancy to treat urinary and other infections
Precautions & Warnings
- Given with care to patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics
- History of colitis
Therapeutic Class
Second generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place (below 30°C), away from light and moisture
Common Questions
- Starts working within 2-3 hours
- Lasts for an average duration of 4-8 hours
- Safety with alcohol consumption is unknown
- Not habit forming
- Safe to use during pregnancy
- Safe to use during breastfeeding
- Take medicine with food to avoid upset stomach
- Stop taking if itchy rash, swelling, or breathing difficulties occur
- Do not use leftover medicine for future infections