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Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet is a prescription medicine. Other than this, Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet related warnings section.
Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet is used -
Mild
Is the use of Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet on the Kidneys?
Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet on the Liver?
Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet for the heart.
Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Discontinuing Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Take Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet contains cefuroxime which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Moraxella catarrhalis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Yes, Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae which provides relief to the patient from fever, painful urination and abnormal discharge from reproductive organs (penis or vagina).
Yes, Cefuroxime + Clavulanic Acid Tablet can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.
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