Swich CV 325 Tablet (Cefpodoxime Proxetil 200mg / Clavulanic Acid 125mg)

Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is a combination of cefpodoxime and clavulanic acid. It is used to treat bacterial infections affecting your lungs, nose, throat, ears, skin and urinary tract. This medicine is also used in treating sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhoea. It works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall and eventually kills them. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is not effective against infections caused by viruses.

Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet has some common side effects such as diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Contact your doctor if any side effects are seen for a longer period. This medicine may also cause dizziness or drowsiness, so avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking it. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to it. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age.

Swich CV (200/125 mg) 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 for future infections.

Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet may interact with live vaccines. Hence, maintain a time gap of at least 2 hours between the administration of the vaccine and this medicine. 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.

Major & minor side effects for Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet

Diarrhoea

Abdominal pain

Dark or Clay colored stools

Decreased appetite

Blurred vision

Acid or sour stomach

Excessive gas in stomach

Change in taste

Headache

Nausea and vomiting

What is it prescribed for?

Bronchitis

Bronchitis is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulates air passage in the lungs. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is used to treat bronchitis caused by bacteria. It is also used to treat a sudden worsening of chronic bronchitis (a long-lasting form of bronchitis) and subsequent bronchitis episodes that frequently occur after initial recovery.

Gonococcal Infection

Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea bacteria that infects both men and women. It spreads during vaginal, oral or anal sex without using a condom or other barrier method. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is used to treat the gonococcal infection.

Sinusitis

Sinusitis is the swelling of membranes that line your nose and surrounding sinuses. It is often caused by bacteria and sometimes, viruses and fungi. You may experience a stuffed nose and pain or pressure behind your eyes, nose, cheeks, or forehead. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is used to treat bacterial sinusitis and provides relief in three to eight weeks.

Community acquired pneumonia

Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) refers to pneumonia (lung infection) that is acquired outside the hospital. CAP can be bacterial or viral. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is used to treat CAP caused by bacteria.

Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis

Pharyngitis and tonsillitis are infections that cause swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils. If the infection affects both the throat and the tonsils, it would be called pharyngotonsillitis. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and/or pharyngotonsillitis.

Urinary Tract Infection

An infection in any part of your urinary system (kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra) is called a urinary tract infection (UTI). UTIs are the most common infections in humans and women are at greater risk of getting this infection. UTIs are caused by bacteria and in some cases, viruses or fungi. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is used to treat urinary tract infections caused by bacteria.

Skin and Skin Structure Infection

Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is used to treat all skin infections including abscess caused by bacteria.

Acute otitis media

Otitis media (AOM), is an infection of the middle ear (the area behind the eardrum), common in infants and young children. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is used to treat acute otitis media caused by bacteria.

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Allergy

Avoid using Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet if you are allergic to it. 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 for special population

Pregnancy

Swich CV (200/125 mg) 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

Swich CV (200/125 mg) 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

Swich CV (200/125 mg) 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 using this medicine.

Antibiotic resistance

The entire course of treatment with Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet should be completed to avoid antibiotic resistance (microorganisms develop the ability to defeat the antibiotics), even if the condition gets better after taking few doses.

Use in children

Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data is not available.

Kidney diseases

Regular monitoring of the kidney function is necessary while taking Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet and even after the completion of treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Do not skip a dose of Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is delayed for more than 12 hours, skip the missed dose and take your next dose. Do not double your dose to make up for a missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose, seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor immediately.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

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Entecavir

Probenecid

Disease interactions

Colitis

Colitis is the inflammation of the large intestine. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use this medicine with extreme caution if you have any stomach and intestinal diseases, particularly colitis, as it may worsen your condition.

Kidney diseases

Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is filtered by the kidney and excreted through urine. An impaired kidney can lead to its accumulation and cause undesirable effects. Hence, maintain caution while taking Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet as it can increase the risk of kidney damage.

Liver Disease

Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet may increase liver enzyme levels. Hence, maintain caution while taking Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet as it can increase the risk of liver damage.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Coombs test

The Coombs’ test is used to detect antibodies that act against the surface of your red blood cells. The presence of these antibodies indicates a condition known as hemolytic anaemia. Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet may give a false-positive result when the coombs test is performed.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections only. It is recommended to take this medicine with or without food. Never take more than the prescribed dose.

Complete the entire treatment course with Swich CV (200/125 mg) Tablet to avoid antibiotic resistance. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects.

Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Keep away from the reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the expiry date. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.