EPDOX-CV 325 – Cefpodoxime & Potassium Clavulanate Tablets
EPDOX-CV 325 is a prescription antibiotic tablet containing Cefpodoxime and Potassium Clavulanate. It is formulated to provide antibacterial activity against susceptible bacterial infections. Cefpodoxime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, while Clavulanic Acid helps overcome resistance caused by certain beta-lactamase-producing bacteria.
The combination provides broad antibacterial coverage and may be prescribed for a range of susceptible bacterial infections, including certain respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, and other infections. The medicine should be used only under the direction of a qualified healthcare professional and should not be used for viral infections such as common cold or flu.
Composition (Per Film-Coated Tablet)
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cefpodoxime Proxetil I.P. | Equivalent to Cefpodoxime 200 mg |
| Potassium Clavulanate Diluted I.P. | Equivalent to Clavulanic Acid 125 mg |
| Excipients | q.s. |
Pack Size: 10 × 6 Tablets
Strength: Cefpodoxime 200 mg + Clavulanic Acid 125 mg
Dosage Form: Film-Coated Tablet
Category: Prescription Antibiotic
Key Selling Points
- ✅ Combination of Cefpodoxime and Clavulanic Acid
- ✅ Third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic formulation
- ✅ Clavulanic Acid helps inhibit certain beta-lactamase enzymes
- ✅ Designed for susceptible bacterial infections
- ✅ Convenient film-coated tablet dosage form
- ✅ Available in a practical 10 × 6 tablet pack
Benefits of EPDOX-CV 325
- Helps treat susceptible bacterial infections when prescribed by a healthcare professional
- Provides antibacterial activity against a range of susceptible organisms
- Clavulanic Acid helps extend antibacterial coverage against certain beta-lactamase-producing bacteria
- Convenient oral tablet formulation
- Suitable for use according to the prescribed treatment regimen
How to Take
Take EPDOX-CV 325 exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with water and do not crush or chew it unless specifically advised otherwise. It may be taken with or without food, depending on the medical advice provided.
Complete the full prescribed course even if you start feeling better, unless your doctor tells you to stop. Do not skip doses or discontinue antibiotic treatment on your own, as this may contribute to treatment failure and antibiotic resistance.
Precautions
- For prescription use only.
- Do not use if you have a known serious allergy to cefpodoxime, cephalosporins, penicillins, or other beta-lactam antibiotics without medical advice.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea or gastrointestinal disease.
- Inform your doctor about kidney problems, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or other medicines you are taking.
- Do not use antibiotics for viral infections such as cold or flu unless specifically prescribed for a bacterial complication.
- Seek medical attention if you develop severe or persistent diarrhoea during or after antibiotic treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is EPDOX-CV 325 used for?
EPDOX-CV 325 is used for the treatment of susceptible bacterial infections when prescribed by a healthcare professional. The exact indication depends on the infection and the susceptibility of the causative bacteria.
2. What does EPDOX-CV 325 contain?
Each tablet contains Cefpodoxime equivalent to 200 mg and Clavulanic Acid equivalent to 125 mg, along with suitable excipients.
3. Why is Clavulanic Acid combined with Cefpodoxime?
Some bacteria produce beta-lactamase enzymes that can reduce the effectiveness of certain beta-lactam antibiotics. Clavulanic Acid inhibits certain beta-lactamases and can help protect the antibacterial activity of the antibiotic combination.
4. Can EPDOX-CV 325 be used for cold and flu?
No. Common cold and influenza are usually caused by viruses, and antibiotics do not treat viral infections. EPDOX-CV 325 should be used only when a bacterial infection is suspected or confirmed and treatment has been prescribed by a doctor.
5. Can I stop taking EPDOX-CV 325 when I feel better?
Do not stop the prescribed antibiotic course on your own. Follow your doctor's instructions regarding the duration of treatment.
6. What are the common side effects?
Possible side effects may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort, headache, or other gastrointestinal symptoms. Contact your doctor if symptoms are severe, persistent, or accompanied by signs of an allergic reaction.
7. Is EPDOX-CV 325 a prescription medicine?
Yes. EPDOX-CV 325 is an antibiotic combination and should be taken only under the supervision and prescription of a qualified healthcare professional.
