How Cefoprox CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid) Works:

Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid) contains two active ingredients Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid.  Cefpodoxime is an antibiotic which kills the bacteria by preventing them from creating their own protective covering which is required for their survival in the human body. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and increases the activity of Cefpodoxime against bacteria.

Before You Use Cefoprox CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid

• Your doctor knows about your Pre-existing Disease, Surgeries, and Medications & Supplements.

What Should You Avoid While Taking Cefoprox CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid):

• You should avoid taking alcohol

• Avoid taking Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet with Blood thinners

• You should strictly avoid taking medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Cefoprox CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid):

You should avoid Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet if you:

• Have severe Diarrhea or Bloody Stool

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it

• You should always consult your doctor for the best suitable and effective treatment

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Are on blood thinners

• Get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have any difficulty in breathing

• Have hypersensitivity or Allergy

• Have severe kidney/Liver Disease

• Are Pregnant/breastfeeding women

• Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

Dosage:

Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet contains Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid 100 mg which is used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet is available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. You should always consult your doctor before usage and always ask for the frequency and dosage as age and severity of the disease may differ from person to person.

Adults are advised to take Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet at a fixed time with food to avoid stomach upset. Do not consume larger or smaller amounts than prescribed by doctor.

How Much Of The Cefoprox CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid) to Be Used:

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet.

How To Take The Cefoprox CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid):

Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet dose should be taken at a fixed time routinely. Take Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label of the bottle for directions before use. Swallow the whole tablet with water without chewing or breaking the tablet. It is better to take the medicine with food to avoid stomach upset. The effect of Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet can be observed within 2 to 3 hours of administration of the dose. The effect of Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet lasts for an average duration of 12 hours.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Cefoprox CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid)

You are always advised to take Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a large or small amount or for a longer time than recommended.

Overdose:

Contact your doctor or reach nearby hospital immediately if you are suspecting the overdose Symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, swelling of face, lips, hands, feeling dizziness, etc.

Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dosage if you have missed once and its time for the next dosage. Do not take double dosage next time if you missed once.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Cefoprox CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid)

• Nausea/Vomiting

• Diarrhea

• Abdominal pain

• Dark or clay colored stools

• Swelling of face, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet 

• Dizziness

• Acid or sour stomach

• Excessive air or gas in stomach

• Blurred Vision

• Indigestion

• Redness of skin

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

The medicines you are already taking may interact with Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs and/ or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Esomeprazole

• Aluminium Hydroxide/Magnesium Hydroxide

• Ethinyl Estradiol

• Cholera Vaccine

• Furosemide

• Entecavir

• Probenecid

It interacts with diseased conditions like:

• Colitis

• Impaired Kidney/ Liver functions

• It may interfere with the Coomb’s Test. A false positive result may be obtained if this test is performed during treatment with Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet.

Warning And Precaution:

Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet should be used very cautiously in:

• Allergy or Hypersensitivity to Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid

• Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea

• Impaired Kidney/ Liver Function

• Drug Resistance

• It is not recommended in Breastfeeding or Pregnant women and infants less than 2 months of age.

• Consult your doctor to get best possible treatment and dosage adjustment if you are observing above conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Keep the medicine out of the reach and sight of the children

• Consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dosage, time, and strength of the medicine.

• Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in case of a common cold, flu or viral infections as it is active against infections caused by bacteria only.

Indications:

Do not stop Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet abruptly or do not take it for longer than recommended by your physician.

Storage:

Store the Cefoprox CV 200 mg/125 mg Tablet at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure that the Tablets should be intact and not damaged while purchasing or storing.