Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition : Cefuroxime(250mg), Clavulanic Acid(125mg)
This broad-spectrum antibiotic is useful in treating a wide variety of infections that are caused by bacteria. This medicine specifically used for the treatment of infections caused by staphylococci, group B streptococci, H. influenzae (type A and B), E. coli, Enterobacter, Salmonella, and Klebsiella.
Cefuroxime is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which blocks the action of enzymes produced by bacteria to inactivate Cefuroxime
The pharmacokinetics of cefuroxime and amoxycillin were very similar, peak levels of about 6.4 mg/l being found between 2 and 2.5 h after administration. The peak serum level of clavulanic acid was 4.3 mg/l at 1.25 h after administration. The serum half-lives were about 1.1 h for all three agents
Following are some of the common side effects that may occur:
Low Hemoglobin
Liver Transaminases Increased
Thrombophlebitis
Anaphylaxis
Dizziness
Fever
Headache
Rash
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Colitis
Neutropenia
Increased Creatinine Level In Blood
Seizures
Angioedema
Cholestasis
Allergy
Cetil Cv 250Mg/125Mg Tablet should not be used by the patient if he has a known history of allergy to medicines belonging to this medication or any other medication belonging to fluoroquinolones.
Tendinitis Or Tendon Rupture
Do not take this medication if you have a past history of tendinitis or tendon rupture after using Cetil Cv 250Mg/125Mg Tablet.
Myasthenia Gravis
Avoid taking this medication if you have a past or family history of suffering from Myasthenia Gravis (weakness and rapid fatigue of muscles under voluntary control).
Pregnant women should not use this medication. Consult your doctor before using this medication. Potential benefits and risks involved should be given due consideration before administration.
Consumption of alcohol with this medicine does not cause any harmful adverse effects.
Women who are breastfeeding should not use this medication as it can cause side effects for the baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medication. Avoid breastfeeding for about 3 to 4 hours to decrease the infant's risk exposure.
Indications. It is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by sensitive bacteria. Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. Acute Bacterial Otitis Media caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis (beta-lactamase producing strains) or Streptococcus pyogenes
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
Interaction with Alcohol
This medication do not interact with alcohol. Doctor consultation is recommended.
Interaction with Lab Test
Inform your doctor beforehand any of the pathological testing, as this medication leads to positive direct Coombs', false-positive urinary glucose test using cupric sulfate (Benedict's solution, Clinitest®, Fehling's solution), false-positive serum or urine creatinine with Jaffé reaction.
Interaction with Medicine
This medication is known to interact with Amikacin, Chloramphenicol, Ethinyl Estradiol, Cholera Vaccine and Furosemide.
Increased effect: High-dose probenecid decreases the clearance
Increased toxicity: Aminoglycosides increase the nephrotoxic potential
Interaction with Disease
Modify dosage in patients with severe renal impairment, prolonged use may result in superinfection; use with caution in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, especially IgE-mediated reactions (eg, anaphylaxis, urticaria); may cause antibiotic-associated colitis or colitis secondary to C. difficile.
Interaction with Food
This medicine may be taken with food, however, bioavailability is increased with food
Complete full course of medication, even if you feel better. Drink 2-3 L fluid/day. If diarrhea occurs, yogurt or buttermilk may help.
STORE BELOW 30 DEGREES C.
Missed dose should be taken as soon as you remember. A dose should be skipped if the time of the second scheduled dose is near.
Doctor consultation is recommended if an overdose is suspected. Immediate medical attention may be needed in such situation.
Take as directed, at regular intervals around-the-clock (with or without food). Chilling oral suspension improves flavor (do not freeze). Complete full course of medication, even if you feel better. Drink 2-3 L fluid/day. If diarrhea occurs, yogurt or buttermilk may help.
Ques: How long does Cetil Cv 250Mg/125Mg Tablet take to work?
Ans: The time taken by Cetil Cv 250Mg/125Mg Tablet to show its action depends on the severity of the patient's condition. It also depends on the type of infection. However, in general, it takes about 48-72 hours.
Ques: Can you drink alcohol on Cetil Cv 250Mg/125Mg Tablet?
Ans: The consumption of alcohol should be limited during the course of medication as it can cause severe interactions that might prove fatal for some patients.
Ques: How long should you take Cetil Cv 250Mg/125Mg Tablet?
Ans: You must take this medication for at least one week to notice the improvement. The duration of treatment usually varies within 5 to 10 days depending on the medical condition of the patient.
Ques: Can Cetil Cv 250Mg/125Mg Tablet be taken on an empty stomach?
Ans: This medication should not be consumed on an empty stomach as it can cause problems related to the stomach. You must only take it after food to enhance the effectiveness of the drug to cure the infection.
Ques: Can Cetil Cv 250Mg/125Mg Tablet treat UTI?
Ans: This medication can be helpful in managing urinary tract infection (UTI). However, it is effective only against uncomplicated cases of UTIs.
