Ceftas CV 200 Tablet Substitute

Ceftas CV 200 Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefixime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefixime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival, thereby, killing the bacteria, preventing the spread of infections. Clavulanic acid works by enhancing the activity of cefixime against bacteria and decreases bacterial resistance.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Ceftas CV 200 Tablet . Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Ceftas CV 200 Tablet and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

It is recommended to complete the course of Ceftas CV 200 Tablet even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Do not take Ceftas CV 200 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy unless prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor will prescribe Ceftas CV 200 Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

It is safe to give Ceftas CV 200 Tablet to a child if prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon the age and severity of the infection.