Cefydoc AX 500mg/125mg Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Morepen Laboratories Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Cefuroxime (500mg) + Clavulanic Acid (125mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
User Rating | 4.7 |
User Reviews | 363 |
FAQ
Cefydoc AX 500mg/125mg Tablet Reviews
Cefydoc AX 500mg/125mg is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, and abdominal pain. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
How Cefydoc AX 500mg/125mg Tablet Works
How to Use Cefydoc AX 500mg/125mg Tablet
Benefits of Cefydoc AX 500mg/125mg Tablet
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Cefydoc AX 500mg/125mg 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 Cefydoc AX 500mg/125mg Tablet
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
Cefydoc AX 500mg/125mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- 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 Cefydoc AX 500mg/125mg and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- 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.
- Do not use leftover medicine for treating any infection in the future. Always consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic.
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections, even if they have developed resistance.
References
- Cefuroxime axetil. Camberley, Surrey: Sandoz Limited; 2005 [revised 07 Jul. 2016].
- Uto LR, Gerriets V. Clavulanic Acid. [Updated 2023 May 29]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024.
- Cefuroxime axetil [Prescribing Information]. Mandideep, India: Lupin Limited; 2016.