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Prescription requiredMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt LtdAntibiotic
Covatil 500
Cefuroxime
₹486MRP ₹511In stock
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Covatil 500 is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, chest infection, urinary infection, ear and throat infection and typhoid.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Cefuroxime
Available variants: NA 10
Best price: ₹486
MRP: ₹511
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Covatil 500
Covatil 500 contains Cefuroxime. It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.
Uses of Covatil 500
- This medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection
- chest infection
- urinary infection
- ear and throat infection and typhoid.
Key benefits
- Effective against a wide range of bacteria
- Available as tablets
- syrups and injections
How Covatil 500 works
Cefuroxime kills the bacteria causing your infection by destroying the cell wall that holds them together.
How to take Covatil 500
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and, rarely, fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Covatil 500
Most side effects of Covatil are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Loose motions
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Rash
- Thrush
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 Covatil 500
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease. |
| Liver | Use with caution if you have liver disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function. |
| Habit forming | No |
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 Covatil 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 Covatil 500
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Covatil 500
Space the doses evenly and complete the course. Keep the reconstituted syrup as the pharmacist instructed and discard it after the stated number of days.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Cephalosporin
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Covatil 500 FAQs
What is Covatil 500 used for?
Covatil 500 is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, chest infection, urinary infection, ear and throat infection and typhoid. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Covatil 500?
Covatil 500 contains Cefuroxime. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Covatil 500?
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Covatil 500 work?
Cefuroxime kills the bacteria causing your infection by destroying the cell wall that holds them together.
Is Covatil 500 a prescription medicine?
Yes. Covatil 500 is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Covatil 500?
The side effects reported most often with Covatil are Loose motions, Nausea, Stomach pain, Rash, Thrush. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Covatil 500 be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Covatil.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Covatil 500?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Covatil 500?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Covatil 500 habit forming?
No. Covatil 500 is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Covatil 500 cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Covatil 500 starts at ₹486 (MRP ₹511) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in NA 10. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Covatil 500?
Covatil 500 is manufactured by MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Covatil 500 delivered?
Covatil 500 is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Covatil 500, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cefuroxime
- Best price
- ₹486
- MRP
- ₹511
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Manufacturer
- MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Cephalosporin
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- NA 10
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Covatil 500 is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Covatil 500.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.