cefadrox-cv 250mg/62.5mg tablet dt - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is cefadrox-cv 250mg/62.5mg tablet dt used for?
Bicef CV 500 Tablet (Cefadroxil + Clavulanic Acid) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Cefadroxil (250mg) + Clavulanic Acid (62.5mg), which Cefadroxil inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis; Clavulanic Acid inhibits beta. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Cefadroxil + Clavulanic Acid
- Manufacturer: Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ cefadrox-cv 250mg/62.5mg tablet dt Uses & Benefits
Treatment of respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections
Off-label uses: Prophylaxis in dental procedures, Bone and joint infections
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cefadroxil + Clavulanic Acid |
| Brand Name | Bicef CV 500 Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cephalosporin antibiotic + Beta-lactamase inhibitor |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from moisture and light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Cefadroxil inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis; Clavulanic Acid inhibits beta-lactamase enzymes, preventing degradation of cefadroxil.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take cefadrox-cv 250mg/62.5mg tablet dt
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of cefadrox-cv 250mg/62.5mg tablet dt
โ Common Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reaction
- Clostridium difficile diarrhea
- Seizures
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hemolytic anemia
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Interstitial nephritis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Methotrexate | Major | Increased methotrexate toxicity |
| Probenecid | Major | Decreased renal excretion of cefadroxil |
| Oral contraceptives | Moderate | Reduced contraceptive efficacy |
| BCG vaccine | Moderate | Reduced vaccine efficacy |
| Typhoid vaccine | Moderate | Reduced vaccine efficacy |
| Antacids | Minor | Decreased absorption of cefadroxil |
| Iron supplements | Minor | Decreased absorption of cefadroxil |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Methotrexate
- Probenecid
โก Moderate Interactions
- Oral contraceptives
- BCG vaccine
- Typhoid vaccine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Iron supplements
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
May be taken with or without food; food may reduce gastrointestinal upset.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may cause disulfiram-like reaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins or beta-lactam antibiotics
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, signs of hypersensitivity, superinfection
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk in small amounts; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; hemodialysis may be considered.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose.