Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS2640

USA Brand Name

Rocephin, Vantin

Strength

200mg+125mg

Generic Name

Cefpodoxime + Clavulanic Acid

Manufacturer

Aristo Pharmaceuticals, India

## Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid)

## What Is The Generic Name For Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet :

Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid is the generic version for Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid):

Rocephin

Vantin

## About Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid):

Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet contains two active ingredients Cefpodoxime (100mg) & Clavulanic Acid (62.5mg), which is used in the treatment of bacterial infections in respiratory tract. It is also used to prevent infections post surgery. You may buy it from any of the leading online pharmacy stores, drugstores and medical supply stores and can be given on doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Aristo Pharmaceuticals, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet . It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength :

Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet contains two active ingredients Cefpodoxime (100mg) & Clavulanic Acid (62.5mg), which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the online leading pharmacy stores, drugstores, and medical supply stores and can be given only on doctor’s prescription.

## What Are The Uses Of The Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid):

Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet is used in several Bacterial Infections:

Urinary Tract Infection

Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

Cystitis

Pneumonia

Sinusitis

Soft-tissue Infection

Genital Infection

Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis

Bronchitis

Gonococcal infection

## How Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid) Works:

Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid) contains two active ingredients Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid.  Cefpodoxime is an antibiotic which kills the bacteria by preventing them from creating their own protective covering which is required for their survival in the human body. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and increases the activity of Cefpodoxime against bacteria.

## Before You Use Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid

Your doctor knows about your Pre-existing Disease, Surgeries, and Medications & Supplements.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid):

You should avoid taking alcohol

Avoid taking Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet with Blood thinners

You should strictly avoid taking medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid):

You should avoid Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet if you:

Have severe Diarrhea or Bloody Stool

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it

You should always consult your doctor for the best suitable and effective treatment

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Are on blood thinners

Get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have any difficulty in breathing

Have hypersensitivity or Allergy

Have severe kidney/Liver Disease

Are Pregnant/breastfeeding women

Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

## Dosage :

Monocef -O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet contains Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid 100 mg which is used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet is available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. You should always consult your doctor before usage and always ask for the frequency and dosage as age and severity of the disease may differ from person to person.

Adults are advised to take Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet at a fixed time with food to avoid stomach upset. Do not consume larger or smaller amounts than prescribed by doctor.

## How Much Of The Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid) to Be Used:

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet .

## How To Take The Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid):

Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet dose should be taken at a fixed time routinely. Take Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label of the bottle for directions before use. Swallow the whole tablet with water without chewing or breaking the tablet. It is better to take the medicine with food to avoid stomach upset. The effect of Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet can be observed within 2 to 3 hours of administration of the dose. The effect of Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet lasts for an average duration of 12 hours.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid)

You are always advised to take Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a large or small amount or for a longer time than recommended.

## Overdose:

Contact your doctor or reach nearby hospital immediately if you are suspecting the overdose Symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, swelling of face, lips, hands, feeling dizziness, etc.

## Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dosage if you have missed once and its time for the next dosage. Do not take double dosage next time if you missed once.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid)

Nausea/Vomiting

Diarrhea

Abdominal pain

Dark or clay colored stools

Swelling of face, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet

Dizziness

Acid or sour stomach

Excessive air or gas in stomach

Blurred Vision

Indigestion

Redness of skin

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

The medicines you are already taking may interact with Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs and/ or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

Esomeprazole

Aluminium Hydroxide/Magnesium Hydroxide

Ethinyl Estradiol

Cholera Vaccine

Furosemide

Entecavir

Probenecid

It interacts with diseased conditions like:

Colitis

Impaired Kidney/ Liver functions

It may interfere with the Coomb’s Test. A false positive result may be obtained if this test is performed during treatment with Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet .

## Warning And Precaution:

Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet should be used very cautiously in:

Allergy or Hypersensitivity to Cefpodoxime & Clavulanic Acid

Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea

Impaired Kidney/ Liver Function

Drug Resistance

It is not recommended in Breastfeeding or Pregnant women and infants less than 2 months of age.

Consult your doctor to get best possible treatment and dosage adjustment if you are observing above conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep the medicine out of the reach and sight of the children

Consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dosage, time, and strength of the medicine.

Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet is not recommended for use in case of a common cold, flu or viral infections as it is active against infections caused by bacteria only.

## Indications :

Do not stop Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet abruptly or do not take it for longer than recommended by your physician.

## Storage :

Store the Monocef-O CV 200 Mg/125 Mg Tablet at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure that the Tablets should be intact and not damaged while purchasing or storing.