Cetil-CV 500 Tablet (Cefuroxime 500mg Clavulanic Acid 125mg)

Description

Cetil-CV 500 Tablet is an antibiotic consisting of cefuroxime and clavulanic acid. It is used to treat bacterial infections affecting the lungs, nose, throat, ears, skin and urinary tract. It works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall and eventually kills them. Cetil-CV 500 Tablet is not effective against infections caused by viruses.

Cetil-CV 500 Tablet has some common side effects such as diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. As this medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines. Do not take this medicine if you are previously allergic to it. Contact your doctor if any side effects are seen for a longer period. Cetil-CV 500 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age.

Cetil-CV 500 Tablet can be taken with or without food. For the ease of remembering, take this tablet around the same time every day. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment. Do not take antibiotics without consulting your doctor because unnecessary use of an antibiotic can reduce its effectiveness.

Cetil-CV 500 Tablet may interact with live vaccines. Hence, maintain a time gap of at least 2 hours between administration. Inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney, seizure or gastrointestinal diseases before taking this medicine. If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or are breastfeeding, It is recommended to take this medicine only after consulting your doctor.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Cetil-CV 500 Tablet
Diarrhoea
Headache
Difficult or painful urination
Change in taste
Abdominal pain
Acid or sour stomach
Uses of Cetil-CV 500 Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
Sinusitis
Acute bronchitis
Skin and soft tissue infections
Urinary tract infections
Lyme disease
Acute bacterial otitis media

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When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid using Cetil-CV 500 Tablet if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if there is any history of allergy to Cetil-CV 500 Tablet. If you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc., inform your doctor and seek immediate medical attention.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Cetil-CV 500 Tablet is safe to use in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. However, it is recommended to use this medicine only after consulting your doctor.
Breast-feeding
Cetil-CV 500 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. It enters into breast milk at low levels. However, your doctor prescribes this medicine only if the benefits outweigh the risks. If it is used in your breastfeeding, the baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

General warnings

Diarrhoea
Cetil-CV 500 Tablet can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Inform your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea while receiving this medicine.
Liver disease
Regular monitoring of the liver enzyme levels is recommended while taking Cetil-CV 500 Tablet and even after completion of the treatment with this medicine.
Antibiotic resistance
Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria develop the ability to defeat the medicine that was intended to kill them. Hence, to avoid such resistance you should always complete the entire course of treatment with Cetil-CV 500 Tablet even if you feel better after taking few doses.
Use in children
Cetil-CV 500 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age because the safety and efficacy data is not available.
Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction
Cetil-CV 500 Tablet may cause Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction in some patients when used for more than 7 days. The symptoms may include fever, chills, headache, low blood pressure, increased heart rate, etc.