Pregnancy Interaction

• In general, Zocef-CV 250 is safe to take while pregnant (Category B).
• Studies have not shown that the combination of cefuroxime and clavulanic acid is harmful to the fetus.
• Should only be used with a doctor's permission, especially in the first trimester.
• Safe to use during pregnancy to treat mild bacterial infections when the benefits outweigh the dangers.

Faq For Medicine

Q1. What does Zocef-CV 250 do?

It is used to treat bacterial infections in the lungs, throat, urinary tract, skin, ear, and sinuses.

Q2. Can I take it if I have a viral fever or a cold?

No. It only helps against bacterial infections, not viral ones.

Q3: Is it okay to take Zocef-CV on an empty stomach?

It should be taken after meals to help it work better.

Q4. When will I start to feel better?

Usually within 2–3 days, but finish the whole course.

Q5. Is it safe to use during breastfeeding?

Yes, although just a tiny bit gets into breast milk. Look out for loose stools or thrush in the baby.

Q6. Does it make you poop?

Taking antibiotics can cause mild diarrhea.

Expert Advice

• Always take Zocef-CV after meals to help your body absorb it better and keep your stomach from getting upset.
• Even if you start to feel better early, you should finish the whole course.
• Tell your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin, because you could have a cross-allergy.
• Don't drink alcohol during the course to keep your stomach from getting upset.
• To help with diarrhea caused by antibiotics, take probiotics or curd (after talking to your doctor).
• Tell someone right away if you have severe diarrhea or a rash.

 Side Effects

• Sick with diarrhea
• Feeling sick
• Throwing up
• Pain in the stomach
• Pain in the head
• A light rash
• Not as Common:
• Dizziness
• Changes in taste
• Feeling bloated
• Serious (Get medical help right away):
• Severe allergic reaction (swelling, trouble breathing)
• Persistent bloody diarrhea (C. difficile infection)
• Skin and eyes turning yellow (potential consequences on the liver)
• Very bad rash on the skin

 How It Works

• Cefuroxime (an antibiotic)
• Stops the building of bacterial cell walls
• Directly kills bacteria
• Clavulanic Acid (stops β-lactamase)
• Stops microorganisms from breaking down cefuroxime
• Makes the antibiotic work better against strains that don't respond to it
• Combined Action: Strong action against a wide spectrum of microorganisms that are resistant to drugs.

Medicine Interaction

• Be careful with:
• Antacids and other drugs that lower acid levels
• Pantoprazole
• Ranitidine
• To lower absorption, wait 2 to 3 hours.
• Medicines that thin the blood
• Warfarin could make bleeding more likely.
• Probenecid
• Raises the levels of cefuroxime and its adverse effects.
• Other types of antibiotics
• Could make it less effective.
• Pills for birth control
• Antibiotics can make birth control less effective, so use backup protection.

 How to Use

• Take one pill after meals, usually twice a day, or as your doctor says to.
• Do not crush; just swallow whole with water.
• Keep the same time every day.
• If a dose is missed:
• Take it when you recall.
• If you're close to your next dose, skip it. Don't take two doses.
• Finish the whole course of treatment.

 Uses / Indications

• People use Zocef-CV 250 Tablet for:
• Infections of the respiratory tract
• Sinusitis
• Bronchitis
• Pneumonia
• Tonsillitis
• Pharyngitis
• Ear infections
• Otitis media
• Infections of the urinary tract (UTI)
• Infections of the skin and soft tissues
• Infections of the bones and joints (supportive)
• Infections in the mouth
• Infections after surgery