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CDCV 250 DT Tablet
Manufactured byHETERO HEALTHCARE LTD
ContainsCefadroxil (250 mg) + Clavulanic Acid (62.5 mg)
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Description
CDCV 250 DT Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat a variety of conditions such as upper and lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, uncomplicated skin infections, etc. caused by bacteria.
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Substitutes
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for CDCV 250 DT Tablet
Diarrhea
Fever with chills
Black or tarry stools
Redness of skin
Joint pain
Muscle pain
Difficulty or painful urination
Acid or sour stomach
Heartburn
Indigestion
Stomach pain
Uses of CDCV 250 DT Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
This medicine is used in the treatment of tonsillitis and pharyngitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae.
Urinary Tract Infection
This medicine is used in the treatment of urinary tract infections caused by Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, etc.
Skin and Skin Structure Infection
This medicine is used in the treatment of uncomplicated infections of the skin and skin structures caused by bacteria. These infections may include infected wounds, folliculitis, abscesses, cellulitis, ulcers, etc.
Bronchopneumonia
This medicine is used in the treatment of bronchopneumonia, which is an infection of the bronchi or bronchioles.
Impetigo
This medicine is used in the treatment of impetigo which is a highly contagious skin infection caused by Streptococcus or Staphylococcus organisms.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 1.3 hours of administration of the dose.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 to 8 hours.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to cefadroxil, other beta-lactam antibiotics, clavulanic acid derivatives, or any other inactive ingredients present along with these medicines.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.
General warnings
Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea
Antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora of the large intestine, which may promote the growth of bacteria called Clostridium difficile and you may experience severe diarrhea as a result. Report any such incidence to the doctor on priority and avoid usage of this medicine in such cases.
Impaired kidney function
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with pre-existing kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Drug-resistance
Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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.
Interaction with Medicine
Chloramphenicol
Ethinyl Estradiol
Disease interactions
Colitis
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any incidence of severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, blood in stools, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Seizure disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of seizure disorder or a family history of seizures due to the increased risk of recurrent seizures. Therapy should be discontinued if the patient experiences a seizure episode due to this medicine. Appropriate corrective measures and/or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. This medicine can be taken with or without food. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Cefadroxil works by interfering with the bacterial cell wall formation. Clavulanic acid is effective against a specific species of bacteria that are resistant to other antibiotic medicines. Thus, the combination becomes effective against an extended range of bacteria.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
First generation Cephalosporins, Beta-lactamase inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H
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Related Questions
Information on this page was last updated on 13 May 2018
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