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Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet

Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet

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Consume Type

ORAL

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About Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet

Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet is 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. 

Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: 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. Thus, it kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefuroxime against the bacteria. Together, Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.

Take Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet with or without food. The dose and duration of Furoway CV 500mg/125mg 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 Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Furoway CV 500mg/125mg 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 Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding as Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Furoway CV 500mg/125mg 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), 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. Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: 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. Thus, it kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefuroxime against the bacteria. Together, Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections. Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush the tablet/capsule.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Before starting Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Furoway CV 500mg/125mg 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 Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet if you have colitis (inflammation of the colon). Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics. Consult your doctor before taking Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding as Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet to prevent unpleasant side-effects. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet may have interaction with antacid (esomeprazole, omeprazole), anticoagulants (warfarin), anti-gout (probenecid), diuretics (furosemide), oral contraceptives (estrogen, progesterone).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), seizures, dialysis, kidney and liver dysfunction.

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.

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 fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. However, 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 Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet contains cefuroxime which passes into breast milk. Avoid taking Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet 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 Furoway CV 500mg/125mg 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 Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon age and severity of the infection.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet is 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.
Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet 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, Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet. 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 Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Do not stop taking Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectually continue taking Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet for as long as it has been prescribed for you.
Do not take Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet 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 Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet as reduced gastric acidity might lower the effectiveness of Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet.
Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet 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.
The dose and duration of Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection.
Take Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet with or without food.
Yes, it can be used to treat UTI (urinary tract infections). However, it should be taken only if recommended by the healthcare professional.
Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Cefuroxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor).
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet to prevent unpleasant side-effects.
Common side effects of Furoway CV 500mg/125mg Tablet may include 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.

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