Cefilab 200 mg Tablet

Composition of Cefilab 200 mg Tablet

Cefilab 200 mg Tablet contains Cefixime (200mg). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.

Uses of Cefilab 200 mg Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Bacterial infections Cefilab CV 200mg/125mg Tablet helps treat infections that are caused by bacteria. It contains two medicines
• Cefixime
• and Clavulanic acid. Cefixime stops the growth of infection-causing bacteria. Clavulanic Acid enhances the activity of Cefixime against the bacteria as well as reduces resistance of the bacteria to the antibiotic. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days
• but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all the infectious bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

How Cefilab 200 mg Tablet works

Cefilab CV 200mg/125mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Cefixime and Clavulanic Acid. Cefixime 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 Cefixime against bacteria.

How to take Cefilab 200 mg Tablet

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Cefilab 200 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Cefilab are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• 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

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Cefilab 200 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Finish the whole course even after you feel better — stopping early breeds resistant bacteria. Tell your doctor if you have ever had a severe reaction to penicillin; a small proportion of people react to both groups. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Several medicines in this group are on Schedule H1 precisely because overuse drives antibiotic resistance. Take it only when a doctor has prescribed it for you.

Do not take Cefilab if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids, iron and zinc reduce absorption — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.

How to store Cefilab 200 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Cefilab 200 mg Tablet

You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance. 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 Cefilab CV 200mg/125mg Tablet may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps. Stop taking Cefilab CV 200mg/125mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

OZONE PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

Therapeutic class:

ANTI INFECTIVES

Drug class:

Cephalosporin

Chemical class:

Cephalosporins