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Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet is used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), Lyme disease, septicaemia (bloodstream infection), meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), lower respiratory tract, skin, urinary tract, bone, and joint infections. It contains Cefuroxime and Clavulanic acid, which work by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills the bacteria. Also, it decreases bacterial resistance and enhances the activity of cefuroxime against the bacteria. In some cases, it may cause certain common side effects, such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
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Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet is used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), Lyme disease, septicaemia (bloodstream infection), meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), lower respiratory tract, skin, urinary tract, bone, and joint infections.
Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Cefuroxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefuroxime works by preventing the formation of the bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefuroxime against the bacteria. Together, Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.
Take Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet with or without food. The dose and duration of Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience specific 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 Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet, please inform your doctor if you have any allergies (to any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet on your own, as self-medication can lead to antibiotic resistance, where antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Avoid taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding, as Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects.
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Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg 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), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), Lyme disease, septicaemia (bloodstream infection), meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), lower respiratory tract, skin, urinary tract, bone, and joint infections. Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Cefuroxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefuroxime works by preventing the formation of the bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefuroxime against the bacteria. Together, Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections. Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains.
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Before starting Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet, please inform your doctor if you have any allergies (to any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet on your own, as self-medication can lead to antibiotic resistance, where antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet if you have colitis, a condition characterised by inflammation of the colon. Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics. Consult your doctor before taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Avoid taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding as Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects. ,
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Alcohol
Caution
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects.
Pregnancy
Caution
Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet contains cefuroxime, which passes into breast milk. Avoid taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet does not affect your ability to drive. However, you are advised not to drive or operate machinery if you feel unwell.
Liver
Caution
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet if you have liver impairment/liver disease.
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 Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending on age and severity of the infection.
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Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet is used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), Lyme disease, septicaemia (bloodstream infection), meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), lower respiratory tract, skin, urinary tract, bone, and joint infections.
Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefuroxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefuroxime works by preventing the formation of the 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 cefuroxime against the bacteria. Together, Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg 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 Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Do not stop taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectively, continue taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet for as long as it has been prescribed for you.
Do not take Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet on your own, as self-medication can lead to antibiotic resistance, where antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Avoid taking antacid medicines along with Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet as reduced gastric acidity might lower the effectiveness of Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet.
Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet contains cefuroxime, which might interfere with the effectiveness of oral contraceptives (birth control pills). Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor may suggest an alternate method of contraception.
The dose and duration of Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection.
Take Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet with or without food.
Yes, it can be used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIS). However, it should only be taken if recommended by a healthcare professional.
Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Cefuroxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor).
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects.
Common side effects of Tuftil CV 500 mg/125 mg Tablet may include 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.
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