Description
Cefixime Trihydrate 200mg + Potassium Clavulanate 125mg Tablets
Cefixime Trihydrate + Potassium Clavulanate Tablets is a fixed-dose combination drug. It is prescribed to treat multiple kinds of bacterial infections. It kills the bacteria to stop them from growing and causing further spread of the infection.
Cefixime Trihydrate + Potassium Clavulanate Tablet is a prescription drug. It should be taken according to the prescription. It can be administered with or without food but should be administered at a specific time to maintain enhanced efficacy. Do not take a dose higher than recommended, as it could cause damage to your body. If you forget to take your dose, take it whenever you remember. The treatment cycle must be finished even when you start to feel better. Stopping the treatment abruptly can influence the effectiveness of the drug.
Medical Benefits of Cefixime Trihydrate + Potassium Clavulanate Tablets
Cefixime Trihydrate + Potassium Clavulanate Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections. It is a combination of two drugs, Cefixime, and Potassium Clavulanate. Cefixime inhibits the growth of bacteria that cause infection. Potassium Clavulanate increases the effectiveness of Cefixime against the bacteria and also decreases the resistance of the bacteria to the antibiotic. This drug generally improves you within a few days, but you should keep taking it as directed even when you are better to ensure that all the infectious bacteria are eliminated and do not develop resistance.
How Does This Medicine Work?
Cefixime + Potassium clavulanate works by inhibiting the formation of bacteria cell walls, which is necessary for the survival of bacteria. It destroys susceptible bacteria and prevents the dissemination of diseases.
Potassium clavulanate is a beta-lactamase inhibitor (enzyme) produced by certain bacteria that can deactivate and destroy certain antibiotics, such as cephalosporins.
Topping Cefixime + Potassium clavulanate with potassium clavulanate stops the action of beta-lactamase enzymes secreted by bacteria, which otherwise would degrade Cefixime + Potassium clavulanate. In this way, Cefixime + Potassium clavulanate persists in its action and has an antimicrobial effect on susceptible bacteria.
Side Effects:-
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Flatulence
- Bloating
Precautions:-
- You have been given this combined drug to eliminate bacterial infections even if resistant.
- Have it with food and a lot of liquids to prevent stomach upset.
- Complete the course as directed, even if you do feel better. Stopping treatment too early can allow the infection to recur and be more difficult to cure.
- Diarrhea can be a side effect. Probiotics together with this Tablet may be helpful. Consult your physician if you experience blood in your stools or develop stomach cramps.
- Discontinue the medication and call your doctor right away if you notice an itchy rash, face, throat, or tongue swelling, or have trouble breathing during treatment with the drug.
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ):-
Q. Does Cefixime + Potassium clavulanate cause diarrhea?
Diarrhea could be a side-effect of Cefixime + Potassium clavulanate. If you have diarrhea, drink plenty of fluids and consume fiber-rich foods. If you notice blood in your stools (tarry stools) or if you have persistent diarrhea along with abdominal pain, discontinue the use of Cefixime + Potassium clavulanate and talk to your doctor. Don’t take anti-diarrheal medication on your own.
Q. Can I just discontinue Cefixime + Potassium clavulanate on my own?
It is best to finish the course of Cefixime + Potassium clavulanate even if you recover as it is an antibiotic, and discontinuation in between might cause an even more severe infection that will no longer respond to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).
Q. Can I use Cefixime + Potassium clavulanate for the flu?
Cefixime + Potassium clavulanate doesn’t work for the flu since it’s effective against bacteria, not against viruses. Antibiotics should never be taken for viral infections as they create resistance and will not make you get better. Your doctor might suggest antiviral drugs for flu treatment. Ask your doctor for specific guidance.
