Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Clavulanic Acid Uses Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid is used in the treatment of respiratory tract infection. How Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Clavulanic Acid works Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Clavulanic Acid is a combination of two medicines: Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Clavulanic Acid. Cefpodoxime Proxetil is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefpodoxime Proxetil against bacteria. Common side effects of Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Clavulanic Acid Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common Headache, Nausea, Diarrhea, Rash, Abdominal pain, Vaginal infection, Fungal infection of vagina Expert advice for Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Clavulanic Acid You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance. Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach. Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Clavulanic Acid may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps. Stop taking Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Clavulanic Acid and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it. Frequently asked questions for Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Clavulanic Acid Q. Can the use of Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid cause diarrhea? Yes, the use of Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it. Q. How long does Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid takes to work? Usually, Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better. Q. What if I don't get better after using Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid? Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. Q. Can I stop taking Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid when I feel better? No, do not stop taking Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Q. What is Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid? Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid is a combination of two medicines: Cefpodoxime and Clavulanic acid. This medication is used to treat bacterial infection. This medication works by killing the harmful bacteria that cause infection. Q. Can the use of Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid cause any serious side effects? Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid may cause serious side effects in very few patients (less than 1 in 1,000). Inform the doctor straight away if you get bloody diarrhea, yellowing of the eyes and skin, bruising or skin discoloration, shortness of breath, widespread rash, skin peeling and fever. All of these reactions needs urgent medical attention. Q. Can I stop taking Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid when my symptoms are relieved? No, do not stop taking Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Q. Can Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid cause allergic reaction? Yes, Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid can cause allergic reaction and is considered to be harmful patients with known allergy to a group of antibiotics called Cephalosporins. Get emergency medical help if you notice any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty in breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat. Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid? The use of Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to penicillins or any other excipients present in this medicine. This medicine should not be used in patients with previous history of liver damage associated with Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid.

INFORMATION ABOUT CEFIXIME + LACTOBACILLUS Cefixime + Lactobacillus Uses Cefixime+Lactobacillus is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. How Cefixime + Lactobacillus works Cefixime + Lactobacillus is a combination of two medicines: Cefixime and Lactobacillus. Cefixime 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. Lactobacillus is a live micro-organism which restores the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset with antibiotic use or due to intestinal infections. Common side effects of Cefixime + Lactobacillus Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common Nausea, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Bloating, Indigestion, Flatulence Expert advice for Cefixime + Lactobacillus Take it with or without food but at the same time every day. Do not skip any dose and finish the course as suggested by the doctor. It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Cefixime + Lactobacillus can cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Avoid alcohol consumption as it may cause excessive drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you experience rashes, itching, swelling and shortness of breath while taking the medicine. Frequently asked questions for Cefixime + Lactobacillus Q. What if I miss my dose? Take Cefixime+Lactobacillus as soon you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose. Q. How long does Cefixime+Lactobacillus take to work? Usually, Cefixime+Lactobacillus starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better. Q. What if I don't get better after using Cefixime+Lactobacillus? Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. Q. Can I stop taking Cefixime+Lactobacillus when I feel better? No, do not stop taking Cefixime+Lactobacillus and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Cefuroxime axetil and Potassium Clavulanate tablet Cefuroxime+Clavulanic Acid is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. How Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid works Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid is a combination of two medicines: Cefuroxime and Clavulanic Acid. 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 . Addition of Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefuroxime against bacteria. Common side effects of Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common Diarrhea Expert advice for Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid You have been prescribed this combination 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 Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid 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. Frequently asked questions for Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Q. Can Cefuroxime+Clavulanic Acid be used to treat viral infections? No, Cefuroxime+Clavulanic Acid is only indicated to treat bacterial infections. It does not treat viral infections such as common cold, flu. Q. What are the contraindications associated with the use of Cefuroxime+Clavulanic Acid? The use of Cefuroxime+Clavulanic Acid should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any constituents of this medicine. Inform your doctor about your medical history before taking this medicine to avoid any side effects. Q. Can the use of Cefuroxime+Clavulanic Acid cause diarrhea? Yes, the use of Cefuroxime+Clavulanic Acid can cause diarrhea. Antibiotics can kill good, or helpful bacteria in your stomach and can cause diarrhea. If you experience diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if you have persistent diarrhea. Do not take any other medicines without consulting a doctor. Q. Can I stop taking Cefuroxime+Clavulanic Acid when I feel better? No, do not stop taking Cefuroxime+Clavulanic Acid and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Cefuroxime+Clavulanic Acid? Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.