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Product introduction

Cefvil CV Oral Suspension is a potent antibiotic made up of two active medicines. It is given to children to treat a wide range of severe bacterial infections targeting the ear, sinus, throat, lungs, skin, and urinary tract.

Cefvil CV Oral Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Cefvil CV Oral Suspension1 and Cefvil CV Oral Suspension2.

Uses of Cefvil CV Oral Suspension

Benefits of Cefvil CV Oral Suspension

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Cefvil CV Oral Suspension helps treat infections that are caused by bacteria. It contains two medicines, Cefixime, and Clavulanic acid. Cefixime stops the growth of infection-causing bacteria. Clavulanic Acid enhances the activity of Cefixime against the bacteria as well as reduces resistance of the bacteria to the antibiotic. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all the infectious bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Cefvil CV Oral Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cefvil CV

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Allergy

How to use Cefvil CV Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cefvil CV Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Cefvil CV Oral Suspension works

Cefvil CV Oral Suspension is a potent antibiotic comprising two active medicines: Cefixime and Clavulanic acid. Cefixime works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing and prevents the infection from spreading without making the bacteria resistant to further treatment. The second ingredient, clavulanic acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. It reduces resistance and enhances the activity of cefixime against bacteria.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cefvil CV Oral Suspension.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefvil CV Oral Suspension 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefvil CV Oral Suspension 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cefvil CV Oral Suspension may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Cefvil CV Oral Suspension may cause side effects such as allergic reactions, dizziness or fits that may make you unfit to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cefvil CV Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefvil CV Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefvil CV Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cefvil CV Oral Suspension is recommended.
However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Cefvil CV Oral Suspension to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

What if you forget to take Cefvil CV Oral Suspension?

Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Cefvil CV Oral Suspension
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Quick tips

  • Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
  • Cefvil CV Oral Suspension 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 Cefvil CV Oral Suspension 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 Cefvil CV Oral Suspension to treat common cold and flu-like symptoms caused by viruses.
  • Never save medicine for future illnesses. It cannot be said whether the same medicine will work on future infections.
  • Stop Cefvil CV Oral Suspension immediately if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulty. Report to the doctor without any delay.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES

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FAQs

What if I give too much of Cefvil CV Oral Suspension by mistake?

If you think you have given too much of Cefvil CV Oral Suspension to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Although an extra dose of Cefvil CV Oral Suspension does not usually cause any harm, overdoses do increase the risk of unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Are there any possible serious side effects of Cefvil CV Oral Suspension?

Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Cefvil CV Oral Suspension?

Cefvil CV Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Cefvil CV Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Cefvil CV Oral Suspension?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

The mucus coming out of my child’s nose is yellow-green. Is it a sign of a bacterial infection?

The color of mucus does not represent the kind of infection your child has. So, yellow or green mucus in the nose does not mean that antibiotics are needed. During the common cold, it is normal for the symptoms to last for 7-10 days and for the mucus to change texture and color.

My child is having a sore throat and ear infection. Can I give antibiotics?

No. More than 80% of sore throats and ear infections are caused by a virus, and antibiotics are not given for viral infections. If your child has a sore throat, runny nose, a barky cough, pain, and discharge from the ear, it is most likely because of a virus. Consult your child’s doctor to seek guidance.

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Name: Fibovil Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Plot No. 398, Industrial Area, Phase-1, Panchkula 134113
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

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