Fastclav 500 Tablet

This is a combination medication which has Cefuroxime and Clavulanic Acid as active ingredients. It is an antibiotic drug that a part of the class of medicines called cephalosporin. This broad-spectrum antibiotic is useful in treating a wide variety of infections. It works by creating a hostile environment for the bacteria to survive.

It damages the cell walls of bacteria and prevents the growth of bacteria. Therefore, It eliminates bacterial infection. This medication is used in the treatment of conditions such as acute or chronic bronchitis, tonsillitis, Lyme disease, and chlamydia. Also, gonorrhea., syphilis, pneumonia, laryngitis, sinusitis, and urinary tract infections.

• Cystitis

• Pyelonephritis

• Nongonococcal Urethritis

• Skin And Structure Infection

• Pneumonia

• Bronchitis

• Allergy

• Tendinitis Or Tendon Rupture

• Myasthenia Gravis

• Diarrhoea

• Abdominal Pain

• Confusion

• Fever

• Redness Of Skin

• Change In Taste

• Constipation

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect lasts for a duration of 24 to 32 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medication can be observed within 1 to 2 hours of administration of the dose.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Use of this medication is not recommended in pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of a doctor.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication should be given to breastfeeding women only if extremely needed. Breastfeeding should be avoided for 3-4 hours after single-dose maternal treatment. There is a need for monitoring of candidal infections and diarrhea.

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• Maxcef Cv 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

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• Pulmocef Cv 500 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

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• Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet

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• Cefakind-Cv 500 Tablet

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• Zefu-CV 500 Tablet

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• AUGXETIL CV 500 TABLET

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• Cefrox Cv 500Mg Tablet

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• Stafcure Cv 500 Tablet

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• Covatil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet

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• Oratil Cv 500 Tablet

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• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

This medication belongs to the second generation cephalosporins. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to the penicillin-binding proteins which would inhibit the growth and multiplication of bacteria. It works as a beta-lactamase inhibitor by binding to beta-lactamase enzyme produced by bacterial cells, which in turn inhibits its enzymatic action and prevents beta-lactam antibiotics from being metabolized by the enzyme.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Lab Test

  This medication interacts with Ferricyanide test.

• Interaction with Medicine

  This medication interacts with Amikacin, Chloramphenicol, Ethinyl Estradiol, Cholera Vaccine, and Furosemide.

• Interaction with Disease

  This medication interacts with Colitis, Liver Disease, and Seizure disorders.

• Ques : What is Fastclav 500 Tablet?

  Ans : This medication has Cefuroxime and Clavulanic Acid as active elements present. It performs its action by constricting the growth of bacteria, constricting the bacterial cell wall synthesis.

• Ques : What are the uses of Fastclav 500 Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as pharyngitis, tonsillitis, acute maxillary sinusitis, acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, secondary bacterial infection of acute bronchitis, and skin and skin structure infection.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Fastclav 500 Tablet?

  Ans : This medication has some commonly reported side effects. Here are some side effects of this medication which are as follows: diarrhea, chills, headache, itching of the vagina or genital area, chest pain, difficult or painful urination, shortness of breath, etc.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Fastclav 500 Tablet?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.