Zefu-CV Dry Syrup

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	FDC Ltd
Active Ingredient	Cefuroxime (125mg/5ml) + Clavulanic Acid (31.25mg/5ml)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
User Rating	4.4
User Reviews	450

FAQ

Can Zefu-CV impact my child’s digestion?

Antibiotics kill the infection-causing bacteria, but while doing this they may affect the good bacteria present in the gastrointestinal tract. As a result, your child may develop diarrhea or some other infections as well. Moreover, children have a more sensitive stomach than adults, so the likelihood of developing a stomach upset is more. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Zefu-CV, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.

Does a common cold caused by viruses always result in a secondary bacterial infection? When to start an antibiotic to prevent infection?

In most cases, bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. Using antibiotics to treat viral infections may instead lead to side effects without benefiting your child's health. Hence, you must give antibiotics to your child only after consulting with your child’s doctor.

My child is underweight and is not growing as per his age. Is it safe to give Zefu-CV?

Use Zefu-CV with caution as it may be associated with blood clotting problems especially in children who are underweight and not growing adequately. This risk is further increased if the child has underlying liver and kidney disease. Consult your child’s doctor in such cases.

For how long do I need to give Zefu-CV to my child?

Give Zefu-CV for as long as advised by the doctor. Usually, it takes 3 to 5 days for the infection to start improving. However, you must still finish the full course of the medicine and never stop it abruptly by yourself as that may worsen your child’s condition or cause infection recurrence.

My child is suffering from a seizure disorder. Can I give Zefu-CV to my child?

Zefu-CV may cause seizure activity, particularly in children who have kidney disease. So, Zefu-CV should be used with caution in children with a history of seizure disorder. If seizures occur, discontinue Zefu-CV and visit your child’s doctor right away.

Are there any possible serious side effects of Zefu-CV?

Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.

What if I give too much of Zefu-CV by mistake?

An extra dose of Zefu-CV is unlikely to harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Zefu-CV to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Zefu-CV?

Zefu-CV can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Zefu-CV. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Zefu-CV ?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

What if I forget to give Zefu-CV to my child?

Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

Zefu-CV Dry Syrup Reviews

Zefu-CV is a potent antibiotic that effectively treats bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, soft tissues, bones, joints, abdomen, and urinary tract in children. It also prevents infection after surgeries and animal or human bite wounds.

Zefu-CV can be given either before or after meals but giving it with food improves absorption and reduces the chances of stomach upset in your child. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of the intake, give the same dose again but do not double dose if it is already time for the next dose.

This medicine may have some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain. These episodes should start receding after a few doses. However, if these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor without any delay.

Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

How Zefu-CV Dry Syrup Works

Zefu-CV 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.

How to Use Zefu-CV Dry Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Zefu-CV is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Zefu-CV Dry Syrup

In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Zefu-CV contains two different medicines, Cefuroxime and Clavulanic Acid, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause infections. Cefuroxime works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefuroxime against bacteria.This combination medicine can be used to treat many different bacterial infections such as ear, sinus, throat, lung, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Uses of Zefu-CV Dry Syrup

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Zefu-CV Dry Syrup Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Zefu-CV should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zefu-CV may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Zefu-CV in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. This medicine is not to be taken in such cases.
Only give Zefu-CV to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Discontinue giving Zefu-CV and consult the doctor immediately in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.