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C4U Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

CEFPODOXIME PROXETIL-200MG + CLAVULANIC ACID-125MG

Uses:

<p>C4U Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections. The detailed uses of C4U Tablet are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Bacterial Infections: </strong>C4U Tablet treats bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and urinary tract infections.</li><li><strong>Sinusitis: </strong>C4U Tablet helps to alleviate symptoms and shorten the duration of acute sinusitis caused by bacterial infections.</li><li><strong>Otitis Media: </strong>C4U Tablet effectively treats middle ear infections (otitis media) in both children and adults.</li><li><strong>Pneumonia: </strong>C4U Tablet may be used to treat community-acquired pneumonia due to its antimicrobial properties.</li><li><strong>Skin and soft tissue infections:</strong> C4U Tablet is used to treat skin and soft tissue infections, including conditions like cellulitis, abscesses, and wound infections.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

C4U Tablet 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), community-acquired pneumonia, gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), anorectal infections in women, skin, and urinary tract infections. C4U Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Cefpodoxime proxetil (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime proxetil works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefpodoxime proxetil against the bacteria. Together, C4U Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections. C4U Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains.

FAQs

C4U Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections.

Do not take C4U Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

C4U Tablet contains Cefpodoxime proxetil and Clavulanic acid. Cefpodoxime proxetil works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby killing the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefpodoxime proxetil against the bacteria. Together, C4U Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.

C4U Tablet may cause Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD). Treatment with antibiotics alters the normal flora leading to overgrowth of Clostridium difficile; this causes diarrhoea. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking C4U Tablet and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Do not stop taking C4U Tablet despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectually continue taking C4U Tablet for as long as it has been prescribed for you. Talk to your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking C4U Tablet.

C4U Tablet starts begins to work immediately after taking it, but it may take few days to kill all the harmful bacteria.

Contact your doctor if you don’t get better after using C4U Tablet for prescribed duration. Also, inform your doctor if your symptoms worsen while using C4U Tablet.

No, you cannot stop taking C4U Tablet when you feel better. Complete the full treatment prescribed by your doctor as discontinuing suddenly may cause symptoms to reoccur.

Yes, the use of C4U Tablet can cause serious side effects rarely. If you experience yellowing of eyes and skin, bloody diarrhoea, skin discolouration or bruising, widespread rash, shortness of breath, fever and skin peeling, consult your doctor immediately.

Yes, C4U Tablet can cause allergic reactions such as rashes, itching, swelling, difficulty in breathing. If you experience any of these symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Yes, the use of C4U Tablet is considered harmful if you have any allergic reactions to any antibiotic or if you have liver damage. You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking other medicines with C4U Tablet to avoid drug interactions. It may interact with other medicines as, anticoagulants (warfarin), anti-gout (probenecid), diuretics (e.g. furosemide), and vitamin supplements (calcium, vitamin D). Consult a physician before taking C4U Tablet if you have colitis (colon inflammation) and if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.

No, you cannot take oral contraceptive pills while taking C4U Tablet as it may cause reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives (birth control pills). Therefore, take your doctor’s advice about the suitable birth control method. Do not self-medicate.

No, taking higher doses than recommended dose can increase the side effects. Therefore, do not exceed recommended daily dose. Take it as advised by your doctor only.

Store C4U Tablet below 25°C in a dry and dark place. Do not refrigerate. Keep it out of reach of children.

C4U Tablet causes side effects such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Please, consult the doctor, if the side effects persists for longer durations.

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