Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet

Short Description

Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet is a potent antibiotic used to treat a wide range of severe bacterial infections in children, including ear, throat, lung, skin, and urinary tract infections.

Dosage Form

Tablet DT

Introduction

Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Clavulanic Acid. It is given to children to treat a wide range of severe bacterial infections targeting the ear, throat, lungs, skin, and urinary tract. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria thereby preventing the infection spread. Give this medicine to your child an hour before or two hours after meals. If your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. Make sure to stick to the prescribed dose because it is given keeping in mind the type of infection, its severity, and the age and bodyweight of your child.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

vomiting diarrhea nausea rash headache

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Clavulanic Acid. Cefpodoxime Proxetil is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefpodoxime Proxetil against bacteria.

Complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again or cause another infection. Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet may cause a bitter taste. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help. Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect. Never give Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet until and unless prescribed by the doctor. You must also never share your child’s medicine with anyone else even if they show similar symptoms. Do not give Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet to treat common cold and flu-like symptoms caused by viruses. Stop Tocef CV 50 DT Tablet immediately if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulty. Report to the doctor without any delay.