CLAVICEF TABLET

CLAVICEF TABLET belongs to the group of medicines called 'antibiotics' used to treat various bacterial infections of the urinary tract, ear, throat, lungs, and uncomplicated gonorrhoea. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. CLAVICEF TABLET does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

CLAVICEF TABLET is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefixime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefixime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival, thereby, killing the bacteria and preventing the spread of infections. Clavulanic acid works by enhancing the activity of cefixime against bacteria and decreasing bacterial resistance. Together, CLAVICEF TABLET helps to treat bacterial infections.

The dose and duration of CLAVICEF TABLET can vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection. Also, it is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance). In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Before starting CLAVICEF TABLET, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take CLAVICEF TABLET on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Avoid taking CLAVICEF TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side-effects. CLAVICEF TABLET may cause decreased alertness, confusion, and unusual muscle stiffness or movements; so be cautious while driving. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects.

CLAVICEF TABLET belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections of the urinary tract, ear, throat, lungs, and uncomplicated gonorrhoea. CLAVICEF TABLET is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefixime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefixime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. Clavulanic acid works by enhancing the activity of cefixime against bacteria and decreases bacterial resistance. Together, CLAVICEF TABLET helps to treat bacterial infections. CLAVICEF TABLET does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Before starting CLAVICEF TABLET, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take CLAVICEF TABLET on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience skin rash or prolonged, significant diarrhoea with abdominal pains. Talk to your doctor before taking CLAVICEF TABLET if you had colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon). CLAVICEF TABLET increases in prothrombin time (time is taken for the blood to clot), and therefore care should be taken in patients receiving anticoagulant therapy. Avoid taking CLAVICEF TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking CLAVICEF TABLET to prevent unpleasant side-effects. CLAVICEF TABLET may cause decreased alertness, confusion, and unusual muscle stiffness or movements; so be cautious while driving.

Drug-Drug Interactions: CLAVICEF TABLET may have interaction with anticonvulsant (carbamazepine), anticoagulants (warfarin), and diuretics (furosemide).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), seizures, kidney and liver dysfunction.

• CARBAMAZEPINE
• WARFARIN
• FUROSEMIDE

• Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
• Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
• Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.
• Avoid usage of tobacco.
• To cure your condition effectually complete the full course of CLAVICEF TABLET even though you find symptomatic relief.

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.