Xiclav 250 mg+62.5 mg (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Cefuroxime axetil clavulanic acid
Company Ziska pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Xiclav 500 mg tablet Xiclav 125 mg suspension

Title

  • Xiclav 250 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Antibiotic
  • Medication
  • Pharmaceutical

Description

  • Xiclav is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by sensitive bacteria.
  • Cefuroxime inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by interfering with the transpeptidation process.
  • Clavulanic acid gives protection of Cefuroxime from degradation by beta lactamase enzymes and provides a solution for the treatment of bacterial infections caused by beta lactam resistant bacteria.

Color Options

  • Not Applicable

Dimensions

  • Not Applicable

Functions

  • Treats infections caused by sensitive bacteria
  • Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis
  • Provides protection from degradation by beta lactamase enzymes
  • Effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative susceptible organisms

Materials

  • Cefuroxime
  • Clavulanic acid

Technical Specifications

  • Active against beta-lactamase producing strains

Design Elements

  • Tablet form

Usability Features

  • Well tolerated
  • Starts working within 2-3 hours
  • Lasts for an average duration of 4-8 hours

Dosage & Administration

  • 250 mg b.i.d. for adolescents and adults for various conditions
  • 20 mg/kg/day b.i.d. for paediatric patients for various conditions

Contraindications

  • Known allergy to cephalosporin
  • Pseudomembranous Colitis

Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal discomfort or pain
  • Overgrowth of nonsusceptible microorganisms
  • Rarely (<0.2%) renal dysfunction, anaphylaxis, angioedema, pruritis, rash
  • Serum sickness like urticaria

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Can be safely used in later pregnancy
  • Excreted into the breast milk in small quantities

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
  • Keep out of the reach of children

Interaction

  • Probenecid increases the area under the serum concentration versus time curve by 50%
  • Reduced bioavailability with drug that reduces gastric acidity

Indications

  • Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes
  • Acute Bacterial Otitis Media caused by various bacteria
  • Lower respiratory tract infections including pneumonia caused by various bacteria
  • Uncomplicated skin and skin-structure infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes
  • Uncomplicated urinary tract infections caused by E.coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae
  • Bone and Joint Infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus
  • Uncomplicated Gonorrhoea caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae
  • Early Lyme Disease (erythema migrans) caused by Borrelia burgdorferi
  • Septicemia caused by various bacteria
  • Meningitis caused by various bacteria
  • Switch therapy (Injectable to oral)

Common Questions

  • What is Xiclav 250 mg Tablet?
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  • How long does it take for Xiclav 250 mg Tablet to take effect?
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
  • Xiclav 250 mg Tablet it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
  • Is Xiclav 250 mg Tablet a habit forming medicine?
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
  • Can Xiclav 250 mg Tablet be taken while breast-feeding?

Quick Tips

  • Prescribed for bacterial infections
  • Finish the full course of treatment even if feeling better
  • Take with food to avoid an upset stomach
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect - taking probiotics may help
  • Stop taking if itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue, or breathing difficulties occur
  • Do not use leftover medicine for treating any infection in the future - consult doctor before taking any antibiotic

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