Description

Zocef-CV 500 Tablets – Product Details

Product Name: Zocef-CV 500
Formulation: Oral Tablets
Pack Size: Strip of 6 Tablets

Composition:

• Cefuroxime: 500 mg
• Clavulanic Acid: 125 mg

Explanation of Active Ingredients:

• Cefuroxime (500 mg): A broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic that works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, leading to bacterial cell death. It is effective against a variety of bacterial infections, including respiratory, urinary, and skin infections.
• Clavulanic Acid (125 mg): Clavulanic acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. Some bacteria produce an enzyme called beta-lactamase, which can destroy certain antibiotics, including cefuroxime. Clavulanic acid helps prevent the breakdown of cefuroxime by beta-lactamase-producing bacteria, thereby enhancing its effectiveness against resistant organisms.

Indications:
Zocef-CV 500 is used for the treatment of bacterial infections, particularly those caused by beta-lactamase-producing bacteria. Common conditions treated with this combination include:

• Respiratory Tract Infections: Such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and sinusitis.
• Urinary Tract Infections: Including cystitis and pyelonephritis.
• Skin and Soft Tissue Infections.
• Ear Infections: Such as otitis media.
• Bone and Joint Infections.
• Gastrointestinal Infections.

Dosage:

• The dosage of Zocef-CV 500 tablets should be prescribed by a doctor based on the specific infection and the patient’s health condition.
  • Typically, the usual dose for adults is one tablet (500 mg of Cefuroxime and 125 mg of Clavulanic Acid) twice daily, but the exact dosage may vary depending on the infection being treated.
  • The tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. It is recommended to take the tablet with food to reduce the likelihood of stomach upset.
  • Complete the full course of medication as prescribed, even if symptoms improve, to prevent the recurrence of the infection or the development of antibiotic resistance.

Storage Instructions:

• Store at room temperature (10°C to 30°C), away from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat.
• Do not freeze the tablets.
• Keep the tablets in their original packaging and out of reach of children.

Manufacturer & Labeler:

• Zocef-CV 500 is manufactured by FDC Ltd., a well-known pharmaceutical company.

Schedule H Drug Warning:

• To be sold by retail on the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner only.
  • Zocef-CV 500 is classified as a Schedule H drug, meaning it can only be dispensed with a prescription from a registered healthcare provider, ensuring it is used appropriately and under medical supervision.