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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 | 2:49 PM IST
Cefchamp 325 Tablet is 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. It contains Cefpodoxime and Clavulanic acid, which kills the bacteria and helps to treat bacterial infections. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Abbott India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Cefchamp 325 Tablet

Cefchamp 325 Tablet is 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. 

Cefchamp 325 Tablet contains Cefpodoxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime 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 against the bacteria. Together, Cefchamp 325 Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.

Take Cefchamp 325 Tablet with food. The dose and duration of Cefchamp 325 Tablet 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 Cefchamp 325 Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take $ your name 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 Cefchamp 325 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Cefchamp 325 Tablet if you are breastfeeding as Cefchamp 325 Tablet may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Cefchamp 325 Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects. Cefchamp 325 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.

Uses of Cefchamp 325 Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Cefchamp 325 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. Cefchamp 325 Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Cefpodoxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime 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 against the bacteria. Together, Cefchamp 325 Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections. Cefchamp 325 Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains.

Side Effects of Cefchamp 325 Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush the tablet/capsule.Dispersible tablet: Disperse the tablet in water and consume it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Before starting Cefchamp 325 Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Cefchamp 325 Tablet should not be given to patients with rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance (the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption). Do not take Cefchamp 325 Tablet 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 Cefchamp 325 Tablet if you have colitis (inflammation of the colon).  Consult your doctor before taking Cefchamp 325 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Cefchamp 325 Tablet if you are breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Cefchamp 325 Tablet to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Cefchamp 325 Tablet causes dizziness, so drive with caution.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefpodoximeCholera, live attenuated
Severe
CefpodoximeHeparin
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.

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 and 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.

Habit Forming

No

How Cefchamp 325 Tablet Works

Cefchamp 325 Tablet contains Ebastine (antihistamine) and Phenylephrine (decongestant). Ebastine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that work by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nostrils and the passage and reduces stuffy noses.

What if I have taken an overdose of Cefchamp 325 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Cefchamp 325 Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

401, LSC, C-Block, Mohan Place Saraswati Vihar Delhi DL 110034 In
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