Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid)
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Bacterial infections |
| Therapy | Antibiotic |
| Side Effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain |
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Molecule Description
Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid) is used to treat bacterial infection of the throat/neck, lungs, ear, urinary tract and skin. It is a combination medicine containing cefpodoxime and clavulanic acid, which belongs to the antibiotic class of medicine. It works by inhibiting the formation of the cell wall and killing the various susceptible bacterial organisms. The paediatric (children's) formulation is designed to be used only by children. It should be used for children below 12-years of age and infants above 3-months of age. Give this medicine as prescribed and for the prescribed duration to your child. The common side effects of Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid) are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting and gas. Please report to your doctor if you feel the side effects persist or the condition of your child worsens.
Uses
Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid) is used for the treatment of bacterial infection of the throat, ear, tonsils, airways, lungs, urinary tract and skin.
Contraindications
When should one not use Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid)
- If your child is allergic to cefpodoxime, clavulanic acid or any other components of Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid).
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Decreased appetite
- A dry mouth
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Weakness
- Fever
- Fungal infection
- Sleepiness
- Skin rash, redness
Precautions and Warnings
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- Your child develops an allergic reaction after taking Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid).
- Your child had diarrhoea after the use of Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid) earlier.
- Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid) should not be used for infants below 3-months of age.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid) works by the combined action of both its components: cefpodoxime and clavulanic acid
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid) works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
- Concomitant use of acid-lowering medicines such as Ranitidine, Cimetidine with Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid) can decrease the effect of this medicine.
- Concomitant use of Probenecid with Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid) increases the effect of this medicine.
- When medicines known to cause harm to the kidney such as amphotericin-B, vancomycin, amikacin are administered along with Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid) may increase the risk of kidney disease.
Dosage
Overdose
- Symptoms of an overdose of Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid) include nausea, vomiting, gas, stomach pain and diarrhoea.
- If you have given too much of this medicine to your child, then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed giving any dose of Cefpodoxime+Clavulanate(Clavulanic Acid), then give it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.
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