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MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET

Manufacturer :  Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Cefpodoxime, Clavulanic Acid
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET

MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET is used for treating respiratory tract infections and urinary tract infections. This medication is a combination of two Cefpodoxime and Clavulanic Acid.

This medicine treats the infections by not allowing the bacteria from growing further and getting spread. You should inform your doctor before taking this medicine if you suffer from any health condition and taking any medication for the same.

The treatment course must be completed as per the doctors prescription, even if you start to feel better. As sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medication.

Antibiotics, for example, cefpodoxime won't work for colds, influenza, or other viral diseases. Utilizing Antibiotics when they are not required builds your danger of getting contamination later that opposes anti-microbial treatment.

    What are the uses of MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET

    What are the contraindications of MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET ?

    What are the side effects of MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET ?

    Key highlights of MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 3 to 4 hours after onset of action.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 3 to 4 hours of administration of the dose.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendency has been reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      In case of breastfeeding, you must take medical help.

    What are the substitutes for MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Contact the doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication works as a bactericidal by binding to penicillin-binding proteins and inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis. It also binds to beta-lactamase enzyme produced by bacterial cells, which in turn inhibits its enzymatic action and prevents beta-lactam antibiotics from being metabolised by the enzyme.

      What are the interactions of MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Inform the doctor if you are advised to undergo Urine Ketones Test, Coombs' Test, or serum or urine creatinine with Jaffé reaction.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        These tablets can have adverse interactions with certain medications. These include Cholera vaccine, Amikacin, Furosemide, Ethinyl estradiol, Warfarin, Chloramphenicol, Nifedipine, Probenecid, Antacids and H2-receptor antagonist.
      • Interaction with Disease

        This tablet interacts with Colitis, Impaired kidney and liver function.

      FAQs about MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET

      • Ques : What is MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET?

        Ans : This tablet is a combination medicine used for treating a variety of bacterial infections of the upper and lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, and uncomplicated skin infections. It contains Cefpodoxime and Clavulanic Acid as active ingredients. Monocef O CV Tablet works by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis; inhibiting the growth of bacteria.

      • Ques : What is the use of MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET?

        Ans : Monocef is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like bacterial infections, urinary tract infections, skin or soft tissue infection, lower respiratory tract infections, and gonorrhea.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET?

        Ans : Some of these side-effects may be serious. These include debilitation, diarrhea, rare abdominal or stomach pain, allergic skin reaction, pain during sexual intercourse, and abdominal pain.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET?

        Ans : This tablet should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. It should be refrigerated if advised to do so. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET before I see improvement in my condition?

        Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 1 week. But the same duration is not mandatory for everyone and so, it is not a standard time period for this medication's action. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to consume this medication.

      • Ques : At what frequency do I need to use MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET?

        Ans : This medication is generally used twice or thrice a day. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

      • Ques : Should I use MONOCEF O CV 200 MG/125 MG TABLET empty stomach, before food or after food?

        Ans : This medication is common to be taken orally. It is advised to consult a doctor before use and take it at a fixed time in a day.

      References

      • Cefpodoxime- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 15 May 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01416

      • Cefpodoxime- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/cefpodoxime

      • Clavulanic Acid- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/clavulanic%20acid

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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