INTRODUCTION ABOUT COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET

COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET is a combination of Cefuroxime and Clavulanic acid, which belong to the group of medicines called Antibiotics and Beta-lactamase inhibitors, respectively. It manages various types of bacterial infections like pharyngitis and/or tonsillitis, acute bacterial otitis media, acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis, lower respiratory tract infections including pneumonia, acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis and secondary bacterial infections of acute bronchitis, skin and skin structure infections, urinary tract infections, bone and joint infections, gonorrhoea (uncomplicated and disseminated gonococcal infections), early Lyme disease (erythema migrans), septicemia, meningitis, and in switch therapy (injectable to oral) after surgery when the patient's condition is improved.

Before taking COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have a history of colitis, liver problems, or kidney problems. COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients who are penicillin sensitive. COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women and is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children under the age of three months. The most common side effects of taking COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, or pain. Ask your doctor for advice if any of these side effects worsen or don’t improve.

USES OF COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET

COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET is used for the management of various bacterial infections such as:

• Pharyngitis and/or tonsillitis
• Acute bacterial otitis media
• Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis
• Lower respiratory tract infections, including pneumonia
• Acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis and secondary bacterial infections of acute bronchitis
• Skin and skin structure infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Bone and joint infections
• Gonorrhoea (uncomplicated and disseminated gonococcal infections)
• Early Lyme disease (erythema migrans)
• Septicemia
• Meningitis
• Switch therapy (injectable to oral) after surgery when the patient’s condition is improved

HOW COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET WORKS

COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET is a combination of cefuroxime and clavulanic acid. Cefuroxime is an antibiotic that works by managing the formation of a protective coating on the bacteria, which is essential for their survival. Clavulanic acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that works by reducing resistance and enhancing the activity of cefuroxime against bacteria.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your physician will determine the correct dose and duration of COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Inform your physician if you are taking any of the following drugs before taking COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET:

• Antacids such as sodium bicarbonate and aluminium hydroxide (used to manage stomach problems)
• Probenecid (used to manage gout)
• Oral contraceptives (combined oral estrogen/progesterone)
• Potent diuretics (Ex. chlorothiazide, indapamide)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The symptoms of overdosage of COVATIL CV 250MG TABLET may include cerebral irritation leading to convulsions.

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