Cefixime + Clavulanic Acid is primarily used for managing a wide range of bacterial infections and belongs to the group of combination antibiotics.
It is also used to manage upper and lower respiratory tract infections, ear infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, uncomplicated gonorrhoea, and typhoid fever.
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Cefixime + Clavulanic Acid is a combination antibiotic.
Cefixime, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, works by weakening the cell walls of bacteria. It stops the creation of peptidoglycan layers crucial for bacterial cell survival and growth, causing them to burst open and die.
Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. It blocks the action of bacterial enzymes called beta-lactamases, which break down antibiotics. This allows cefixime to be effective against bacteria that would otherwise be resistant to it.
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Cefixime + Clavulanic Acid is available for oral administration (tablets, chewable tablets, and suspension).
This medication is recommended for use in both adults and children. However, the dose for children is usually adjusted based on their body weight by a doctor.
Cefixime + Clavulanic Acid is contraindicated in individuals who have known allergies to either cefixime or clavulanic acid or to any other cephalosporin antibiotics.
It is also contraindicated in patients with a history of severe gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis.
Cefixime + Clavulanic Acid may interact with uricosuric medicines (like probenecid and benzbromarone), anticoagulants (such as warfarin and aspirin), and oral contraceptives (like levonorgestrel and norethindrone).
An overdose of Cefixime + Clavulanic Acid may cause exacerbated side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal pain. In severe cases, neurological symptoms could occur. If you suspect an overdose, immediate medical attention is required.
If a dose of this medicine is missed, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, the missed dose should be skipped.
Most side effects are temporary, generally harmless, and resolve once you discontinue this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Drinking plenty of water can help avoid dehydration caused by diarrhoea, a side effect of this medicine.
To lessen the chance of an upset stomach or nausea, take the medicine with food or a snack.
Cefixime + Clavulanic Acid may cause side effects such as dizziness or sleepiness. If you experience such symptoms, avoid driving or operating machinery.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should only use Cefixime + Clavulanic Acid if the potential benefits outweigh the potential risks. It is advised to consult your doctor before using this medication during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Patients with a history of liver or kidney disease should exercise caution when taking this medicine. Regular monitoring of liver and kidney function may be required.
Washing hands regularly, particularly before meals and after using the washroom, can help prevent bacterial infections.
Try to avoid close contact with people who have infectious diseases, as it may reduce the risk of getting an infection that requires antibiotic treatment.
Frequently asked questions
No, Cefixime + Clavulanic Acid is not a steroid. It is a combination antibiotic.
There is no evidence that this medicine affects sleep. However, if you experience such symptoms, you should consult your doctor.
There is no evidence suggesting that this medicine has any impact on fertility. However, if you are planning to conceive, consult your doctor beforehand.
There are no specific dietary restrictions associated with taking this medicine. However, it is usually recommended to take the medicine with food to minimise potential gastrointestinal upset.
Yes, when prescribed by a doctor and used as directed, it is safe to take the medicine daily for the prescribed duration.
The time taken for Cefixime + Clavulanic Acid to start working can vary depending on the type of infection it is managing. For accurate information, you should consult your doctor.
Cefixime + Clavulanic Acid can be taken at any time of the day, but it should be taken at evenly spaced intervals to ensure consistent levels of the medicine in your body.
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