CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM is used to treat respiratory tract infections, ear infections, skin infections, genitourinary infections, and bone infections. Besides this, CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM is also used to prevent infection after surgery and in the early treatment of Lyme disease caused by bacteria (Borrelia burgdorferi) in adults and children over the age of 12 years. CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against a wide range of bacteria. It works by blocking the activity of an enzyme that makes peptidoglycan (a vital component of the bacterial cell wall). This prevents the formation of bacterial cell covering, thereby kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infection.

FAQs

What is the use of CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM?

CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM belongs to the class of cephalosporin antibiotics indicated to treat a wide range of bacterial infections including lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and skin structure infections, septicemia (blood infection), meningitis (infection of brain and spinal cord), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted infections), bone and joint infections. CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM is also used to prevent infections during surgery.

How does CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM work?

CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM works by blocking the activity of an enzyme that makes peptidoglycan (a vital component of the bacterial cell wall). This prevents the formation of bacterial cell covering, thereby kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infection.

Do I need to avoid any food or drink with CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM?

After taking an antibiotic, you may need to wait up to three hours before eating or drinking any dairy products, including milk, butter, yoghurt, and cheese. Grapefruit juice and dietary supplements containing minerals like calcium may also affect the working of antibiotics.

Does CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM help treat cough, flu and cold?

CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM is used to treat bacterial infections and does not treat viral infections such as cough, flu or cold.

Does CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM affect birth control pills?

CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM may interact with birth control pills and lower its efficiency. Inform your doctor if you use any birth control pills.

Does CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM cause diarrhoea?

CLAVENTIA CEF INJECTION 1.5GM may causeÂ Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD). If you experience a severe, persistent diarrhoea, or if you find blood or mucus in stools, consult your doctor immediately. Do not take anti-diarrhoeal medicine on your own.