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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sekhet Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Ket-CV Tablet 6's

Ket-CV Tablet 6's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), community-acquired pneumonia, gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), anorectal infections in women, skin, and urinary tract infections. 

Ket-CV Tablet 6's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefpodoxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefpodoxime against the bacteria. Together, Ket-CV Tablet 6's helps to treat bacterial infections.

Take Ket-CV Tablet 6's with food. The dose and duration of Ket-CV Tablet 6's can vary depending upon your condition and severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, 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 Ket-CV Tablet 6's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Ket-CV Tablet 6's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's if you are breastfeeding as Ket-CV Tablet 6's may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Ket-CV Tablet 6's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.

Uses of Ket-CV Tablet 6's

Bacterial infections.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.Dry syrup: Check the label for directions before use. Add boiled and cooled water up to the mark on the bottle and shake well. Take it as advised by the doctor.Dispersible tablet: Disperse the tablet in water and consume it.

Medicinal Benefits

Ket-CV Tablet 6's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), community-acquired pneumonia, gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), anorectal infections in women, skin, and urinary tract infections. Ket-CV Tablet 6's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefpodoxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefpodoxime against the bacteria. Together, Ket-CV Tablet 6's helps to treat bacterial infections. Ket-CV Tablet 6's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains.

Storage

Keep Ket-CV Tablet 6's out of reach and sight of children.

Drug Warnings

Before starting Ket-CV Tablet 6's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Ket-CV Tablet 6's should not be given to patients with rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance (the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption). Do not take Ket-CV Tablet 6's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's if you have colitis (inflammation of the colon).  Consult your doctor before taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's if you are breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Ket-CV Tablet 6's causes dizziness, so drive with caution.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefpodoximeCholera, live attenuated
Severe

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CefpodoximeCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ket-CV Tablet:
Co-administration of Ket-CV Tablet with the Cholera vaccine may reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the Cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Ket-CV Tablet or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Ket-CV Tablet:
Co-administration of Ket-CV Tablet with Heparin may enhance the levels or effects of heparin by anticoagulation (preventing blood from clotting).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Ket-CV Tablet can be taken with Heparin if prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • 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 and usage of tobacco.
  • 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.

Side Effects of Ket-CV Tablet 6's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Ket-CV Tablet 6's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefpodoxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefpodoxime against the bacteria. Together, Ket-CV Tablet 6's helps to treat bacterial infections.

Ket-CV Tablet 6's may cause Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD). Treatment with antibiotics alters the normal flora leading to overgrowth of Clostridium difficile; this causes diarrhoea. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Do not stop taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectually continue taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's for as long as it has been prescribed for you.

Do not take Ket-CV Tablet 6's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • PROBENECID
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • CALCIUM CARBONATE+CHOLECALCIFEROL

Disease/Condition Glossary

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. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Ket-CV Tablet 6's belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe Ket-CV Tablet 6's only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Ket-CV Tablet 6's may pass into breast milk. Avoid taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's if you are breastfeeding unless prescribed.

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Driving

Caution

Ket-CV Tablet 6's may cause dizziness. Drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Ket-CV Tablet 6's.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Ket-CV Tablet 6's is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon age and severity of the infection.

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