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GRANDCEF CV TABLET

GRANDCEF CV TABLET

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Grandcure Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

About GRANDCEF CV TABLET

GRANDCEF CV TABLET belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), community-acquired pneumonia, gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), anorectal infections in women, skin, and urinary tract infections. 

GRANDCEF CV TABLET is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefpodoxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefpodoxime against the bacteria. Together, GRANDCEF CV TABLET helps to treat bacterial infections.

Take GRANDCEF CV TABLET with food. The dose and duration of GRANDCEF CV TABLET can vary depending upon your condition and severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Before starting GRANDCEF CV TABLET, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take GRANDCEF CV TABLET on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET if you are breastfeeding as GRANDCEF CV TABLET may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET to prevent unpleasant side-effects. GRANDCEF CV TABLET may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.

Uses of GRANDCEF CV TABLET

Treatment of Bacterial infections.

Medicinal Benefits

GRANDCEF CV TABLET belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), community-acquired pneumonia, gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), anorectal infections in women, skin, and urinary tract infections. GRANDCEF CV TABLET is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefpodoxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefpodoxime against the bacteria. Together, GRANDCEF CV TABLET helps to treat bacterial infections. GRANDCEF CV TABLET is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.Dry syrup: Check the label for directions before use. Add boiled and cooled water up to the mark on the bottle and shake well. Take it as advised by the doctor.Dispersible tablet: Disperse the tablet in water and consume it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of GRANDCEF CV TABLET

  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Before starting GRANDCEF CV TABLET, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. GRANDCEF CV TABLET should not be given to patients with rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance (the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption). Do not take GRANDCEF CV TABLET on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET if you have colitis (inflammation of the colon).  Consult your doctor before taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET if you are breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET to prevent unpleasant side-effects. GRANDCEF CV TABLET causes dizziness, so drive with caution.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: GRANDCEF CV TABLET may have interaction with anticoagulants (warfarin), anti-gout (probenecid), diuretics (furosemide), and vitamin supplements (calcium/vitamin D).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), seizures, dialysis, kidney and liver dysfunction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • PROBENECID
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • CALCIUM CARBONATE+CHOLECALCIFEROL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.
  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

GRANDCEF CV TABLET belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe GRANDCEF CV TABLET only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

GRANDCEF CV TABLET may pass into breast milk. Avoid taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET if you are breastfeeding unless prescribed.

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Driving

Caution

GRANDCEF CV TABLET may cause dizziness. Drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

GRANDCEF CV TABLET is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon age and severity of the infection.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

208, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase III, New Delhi - 110020
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FAQs

GRANDCEF CV TABLET is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefpodoxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefpodoxime against the bacteria. Together, GRANDCEF CV TABLET helps to treat bacterial infections.
GRANDCEF CV TABLET may cause Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD). Treatment with antibiotics alters the normal flora leading to overgrowth of Clostridium difficile; this causes diarrhoea. 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 GRANDCEF CV TABLET and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Do not stop taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectually continue taking GRANDCEF CV TABLET for as long as it has been prescribed for you.
Do not take GRANDCEF CV TABLET on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

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