Cefpoprime-Cv Tab

Composition

Cefpodoxime proxetil 200 mg + Clavulanic acid 125 mg (as potassium clavulanate)

Uses of Cefpoprime-Cv Tab

Bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections (sinusitis, tonsillitis/pharyngitis, bronchitis, pneumonia), ear infections (otitis media), urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, and other susceptible infections as prescribed.

• •Treats a wide range of susceptible bacterial infections
• •Effective against beta-lactamase producing bacteria
• •Helps reduce infection symptoms and complications
• •Useful in respiratory and urinary tract infections
• •Dual-action antibiotic combination

How it works

Cefpodoxime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to bacterial death. Clavulanic acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that protects cefpodoxime from degradation by beta-lactamase producing bacteria, improving coverage against resistant organisms.

Directions for use

Tablet; take exactly as prescribed. Usually taken with food to improve absorption and reduce stomach upset. Swallow whole with water; do not crush/chew unless advised. Complete the full course even if you feel better.

Side effects

Common side effects of Cefpoprime-Cv Tab may include:

• •Diarrhoea
• •nausea
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