Medicine details

ImageClavuran 100
NameClavuran 100
DosageTablet
Generic NameCefpodoxime + Clavulanic Acid
Classes Antiinfective Agent
Antibiotic
Antibiotic Combination
Diseases Bronchitis
Infectious Disease
Pneumonia
RTI (Respiratory Tract Infection)
Sinusitis
Tonsillitis
UTI (Urinary Tract Infection)
CompanyDrug International Ltd.

Drug Package Details

Strength100 mg + 62.5 mg
Storage Condition
Origin CountryBangladesh
Commercial Pack14
Price per pack309.40
Cost per pack272.27
Package unit7 tabs strip
Price per unit22.10
Cost per unit19.45
Discount0
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Remarks

Cefpodoxime + Clavulanic Acid

Cefpodoxime + Clavulanic acid is a combination of cephalosporin antibiotic and beta lactamase inhibitor. It kills bacteria by inhibiting cell wall synthesis. It is a bactericidal antibiotic.

Cefpodoxime + Clavulanic acid is indicated for-

  • Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
  • Acute community acquired pneumonia
  • Pharyngitis or tonsillitis
  • Skin and soft tissue infections
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Uncomplicated gonorrhea
  • Acute maxillary sinusitis

Cefpodoxime + clavulanic acid is available as oral tablets. The usual adult dose is 100-200 mg per day. 

The most common side effects are-

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Liver problems 

Cefpodoxime should be used with caution in individuals who are taking diuretics at the same time.

Contraindication

Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to beta lactam antibiotics such as-

Cefpodoxime and clavulanic acid can cross the placenta and damage a nursing baby. While taking Cefpodoxime and Clavulanic acid, do not breastfeed.