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Ipca Laboratories Ltd
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Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
Other Info - FAS0021

FAQs

Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefuroxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefuroxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefuroxime against the bacteria. Together, Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's helps to treat bacterial infections.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Do not stop taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectually continue taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's for as long as it has been prescribed for you.
Do not take Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Avoid taking antacid medicines along with Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's as reduced gastric acidity might lower the effectiveness of Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's.
Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's contains cefuroxime which might interfere with the effectiveness of oral contraceptives (birth control pills). Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor may suggest an alternate method of contraception.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's contains cefuroxime which passes into breast milk. Avoid taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's does not affect your ability to drive. However, you are advised not to drive or operate machinery if you feel unwell.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon age and severity of the infection.

About Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's

Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), Lyme disease, septicaemia (bloodstream infection), meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), lower respiratory tract, skin, urinary tract, bone, and joint infections. 

Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefuroxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefuroxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefuroxime against the bacteria. Together, Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's helps to treat bacterial infections.

Take Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's with or without food. The dose and duration of Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's can vary depending upon your condition and severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Before starting Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's if you are breastfeeding as Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

Uses of Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's

Bacterial infections.

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Medicinal Benefits

Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), Lyme disease, septicaemia (bloodstream infection), meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), lower respiratory tract, skin, urinary tract, bone, and joint infections. Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefuroxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefuroxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefuroxime against the bacteria. Together, Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's helps to treat bacterial infections. Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.Dry syrup: Check the label for directions before use. Add boiled and cooled water up to the mark on the bottle and shake well.

Side Effects of Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Before starting Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's if you have colitis (inflammation of the colon). Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's should be used with caution in patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics. Consult your doctor before taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's if you are breastfeeding as Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Fastclav 250mg Tablet 6's to prevent unpleasant side-effects. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefuroximeDalteparin
Severe
CefuroximeLepirudin
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ESOMEPRAZOLE
  • OMEPRAZOLE
  • WARFARIN
  • PROBENECID
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • ESTROGEN
  • PROGESTERONE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.
  • Avoid usage of tobacco.
  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.

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