| Name | Cefpodoxime + Clavulanic Acid |
| Classes |
Antiinfective Agent Antibiotic Antibiotic Combination |
| Diseases |
Bronchitis Infectious Disease Pneumonia RTI (Respiratory Tract Infection) Sinusitis Tonsillitis UTI (Urinary Tract Infection) |
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EnglishCefpodoxime + 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.
