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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Nov 10, 2024 | 7:16 PM IST
Elfodox-CV Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis, otitis media, sinusitis, community-acquired pneumonia, gonorrhoea, anorectal infections in women, skin, and urinary tract infections. This medicine contains cefpodoxime and clavulanic acid which works by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection-causing bacteria. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, dizziness, and headache.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Walberg Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Elfodox-CV Tablet

Elfodox-CV 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. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. 

Elfodox-CV 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, Elfodox-CV Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.

Take Elfodox-CV Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration of Elfodox-CV 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 Elfodox-CV Tablet, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any antibiotic or kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Elfodox-CV Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Elfodox-CV Tablet if you are breastfeeding as Elfodox-CV Tablet may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Elfodox-CV Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects. Elfodox-CV Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.

Uses of Elfodox-CV Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Elfodox-CV 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. Elfodox-CV 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, Elfodox-CV Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections. Elfodox-CV Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains.

Directions for Use

Swallow Elfodox-CV Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Elfodox-CV Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

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

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Elfodox-CV Tablet may have interaction with anticoagulants (e.g. warfarin), anti-gout (e.g. probenecid), diuretics (e.g. furosemide), and vitamin supplements (e.g. calcium, vitamin D).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Elfodox-CV Tablet may interact with conditions such as colitis (inflammation in the colon's lining), seizures, dialysis, and kidney or liver dysfunction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • PROBENECID
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • CALCIUM
  • VITAMIN D

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 the consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.

  • Avoid the usage of tobacco.

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which helps with indigestion. Therefore, you should take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Elfodox-CV Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Elfodox-CV Tablet belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe Elfodox-CV Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Elfodox-CV Tablet may pass into breast milk. Avoid taking Elfodox-CV Tablet if you are breastfeeding unless prescribed.

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Driving

Caution

Elfodox-CV Tablet 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 before taking Elfodox-CV Tablet 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 Elfodox-CV Tablet.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Elfodox-CV Tablet is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon the age and severity of the infection.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - EL18308

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FAQs

Elfodox-CV Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections.
Do not take Elfodox-CV Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Elfodox-CV 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, Elfodox-CV Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.
Elfodox-CV 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 Elfodox-CV Tablet and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Do not stop taking Elfodox-CV Tablet despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectually continue taking Elfodox-CV Tablet for as long as it has been prescribed for you. Talk to your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Elfodox-CV Tablet.
Elfodox-CV 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 Elfodox-CV Tablet for prescribed duration. Also, inform your doctor if your symptoms worsen while using Elfodox-CV Tablet.
No, you cannot stop taking Elfodox-CV 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 Elfodox-CV 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, Elfodox-CV 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 Elfodox-CV 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 Elfodox-CV 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 Elfodox-CV Tablet if you have colitis (colon inflammation) and if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.
No, you cannot take oral contraceptive pills while taking Elfodox-CV 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 Elfodox-CV Tablet below 25°C in a dry and dark place. Do not refrigerate. Keep it out of reach of children.
Elfodox-CV 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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