Introduction

Uses of Cefakind-CV Tablet

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Cefakind-CV Tablet

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Increased liver enzymes
Allergic reaction

How to use Cefakind-CV Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Xiclav 500 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Cefakind-CV Tablet works

Xiclav 500 is a combination of two medicines: Cefuroxime and Clavulanic Acid. Cefuroxime is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which blocks the action of enzymes produced by bacteria to inactivate Cefuroxime. Addition of Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefuroxime against bacteria.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections, even if they have developed resistance.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Stop taking Xiclav 500 and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Do not use leftover medicine for treating any infection in the future. Always consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic.

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Xiclav 500 does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Xiclav 500 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Xiclav 500 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
NOT RELEVANT – Driving: Not relevant, as Xiclav 500 is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Kidney: There is limited information available on the use of Xiclav 500 in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Xiclav 500 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.