Description
Cefpodoxime 200mg & Diluted Potassium Clavulanate 125mg tablet
Cefpodoxime Proxetil & Potassium Clavulanate Tablets – This medicine comes in the category of drugs or medicines known as antibiotics. It is generally used in the treatment of bacterial infections of various parts of the body like respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, infections of the throat, ear, skin, etc. The medicine is a mixture of two medicines and it is known as an effective medicine that fights against multiple infections. Cefpodoxime Proxetil 200mg & Potassium Clavulanate 125mg Tablets may also be used for treating sexually transmitted diseases, tonsils, sinusitis, and anorectal infections in women. The tablets assist in treating the infection even if they have become resistant to it. This medicine is preferably taken with food and lots of water to avoid an upset stomach.
How Does Cefpodoxime Proxetil & Potassium Clavulanate Tablets Work?
Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Clavulanic Acid is a mixture of two drugs: Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Clavulanic Acid. Cefpodoxime Proxetil is an antibiotic. It functions by stopping the development of the bacterial protective cover, which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that lowers the resistance and increases the efficacy of Cefpodoxime Proxetil towards the bacteria.
Benefits of Cefpodoxime Proxetil & Potassium Clavulanate Tablets
- Potassium clavulanate reduces resistance and boosts the antibacterial effect of Cefpodoxime Proxetil as it stops bacterial growth by disrupting the process of synthesizing the cell wall of the bacteria.
- Treating infection of the lungs and upper and lower respiratory organs such as the air passages, sinus, throat, and windpipe.
- Potassium, Cefpodoxime, Proxetil, and Broad-spectrum coverage Clavulanate tablets are efficient in treating various infections due to their wide-spectrum effectiveness.
- The combination of Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Potassium Clavulanate simplifies patients’ treatment plans by eliminating the need to take different medications separately in one tablet.
Side Effects
- HeadacheÂ
- Nausea
- DiarrheaÂ
- Rash
- Abdominal painÂ
- Vaginal infectionÂ
- Fungal infection of the vagina
Precautions:-
- You have been prescribed this combination to fight bacterial infections in case they have developed resistance.Â
- Take it to plenty of food and water to avoid stomach upsets.
- Finish the course, even if you start to feel better. Do not stop taking this medicine without the consultation of your physician otherwise, your infection may worsen.
- Nausea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics including Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Clavulanic Acid helps. If you notice bloody diarrhea or abdominal pain, talk to your doctor.
- Stop taking Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Clavulanic Acid and tell your doctor immediately if you experience pain, swelling around your mouth, throat, or tongue, or difficulty breathing while taking it.
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ):-
Q. Can Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid Cause Diarrhea?
Yes, using Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid can cause Diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that kills harmful bacteria. But it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestines and causes diarrhea. If you experience severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. How long does Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid take to work?
Normally, Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid acts after a few hours after consumption. However, it will take a few days to eliminate all the harmful bacteria and you start feeling well.
Q. Is it safe to stop taking Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid when I feel better?
No. Do not stop taking the Cefpodoxime Proxetil+Clavulanic Acid medicine and finish the full treatment course, even if you feel good. The symptoms may be improved before the infection is not properly cured.
