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Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10
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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat bacterial infections. It contains Cefadroxil and Clavulanic acid, which kill the infection-causing bacteria. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

CEFADROXIL-500MG + CLAVULANIC ACID-125MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Indoco Remedies Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's

Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as urinary tract, skin, chest, and throat infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefadroxil (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefadroxil 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 Cefadroxil against the bacteria. Together, Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's helps to treat bacterial infections.

Take Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's as prescribed. The dose and duration of Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's can vary depending on your condition and the 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 Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any antibiotic or kidney or liver problems. Do not take Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10'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 Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's as it may cause increased dizziness.

Uses of Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's

Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's is used for the treatment of Bacterial infections. The detailed use of Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's is as follows:<br/>• Treatment of Bacterial Infections: Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that works well against resistant forms of bacteria and treats a variety of bacterial infections, such as skin, respiratory system, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, and urinary tract infections.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food.• It is usually taken every 12 or 24 hours or as prescribed by the doctor.• Shake the bottle well before use.• Measure the prescribed dose using the measuring cup provided with the pack and administer it orally.• Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly.

Medicinal Benefits

Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefadroxil and Clavulanic acid. Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as urinary tract, skin, chest, and throat infections. Cefadroxil is a cephalosporin antibiotic that works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefadroxil against the bacteria. Together, Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's helps to treat bacterial infections. Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

How Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's Works

Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefadroxil (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefadroxil 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 Cefadroxil against the bacteria. Together, Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's helps to treat bacterial infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's out of reach and sight of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have intestinal problems or kidney or liver dysfunction. Do not take Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10'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 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's causes dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's as it may cause increased dizziness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefadroxilBCG vaccine
Severe
CefadroxilCholera, live attenuated
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefadroxilBCG vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet with BCG vaccine may reduce the anti-tumor activity of BCG in the bladder.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are currently being treated with Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet, you should talk to a doctor before receiving BCG. You should not receive the BCG vaccine until after you complete your antibiotic therapy to ensure an adequate response to your treatment. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CefadroxilCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet with Cholera, live attenuated may reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the Cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

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.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • 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 and usage of tobacco.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide if Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. Drive only if you are alert, and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor 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.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's should be given to children only if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending on the age and severity of the infection.

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Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat various bacterial infections such as urinary tract, skin, chest, and throat infections.

Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's contains Cefadroxil and Clavulanic acid. Cefadroxil 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 Cefadroxil against the bacteria. Together, Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's helps to treat bacterial infections.

Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's may cause Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD). 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 Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Do not stop taking Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's for as long as it has been prescribed for you. It is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Nausea could be a side-effect of Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's. Take Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's with food if you experience nausea. Stick to simple, bland foods and avoid spicy foods to cope with nausea.

Do not take Vepan CV 500 mg Tablet 10's on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Indoco Remedies Limited, Indoco House, 166 Cst Road, Santacruz (E), Mumbai 400 098, India
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Author Details

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 7:08 AM IST

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