VEPAN AX 30MG/500MG TAB - mTatva Health-PIE

Contents

1 Overview
2 Usage
3 Frequently Asked Questions
4 How Do I Take It?
5 Precautions
6 Symptoms of Overdosage
7 Common Side-Effects
8 Serious Side-Effects
9 Rare Side-Effects
10 Food Interactions
11 Technical Classification
12 Available Alternatives
- 12.1 What are the commonly available Substitutes?
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Overview

VEPAN AX 30MG/500MG TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.

VEPAN AX 30MG/500MG TAB is composed of: CEFADROXIL (500.0 MG), AMBROXOL (30.0 MG)

Cefadroxil is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by fighting bacteria in your body.Cefadroxil is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria.Cefadroxil is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, blood, abdomen, genital and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.

This medication is a mucolytic agent, prescribed for various respiratory diseases such as emphysema with bronchitis pneumoconiosis, chronic inflammatory pulmonary conditions, tracheobronchitis (respiratory tract inflammation), bronchiectasis, bronchitis with bronchospasm asthma. Ambroxol is used for clear mucus from lungs.

Usage

CEFADROXIL is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Urinary Tract Infection, Deep Skin Infection, Pneumonia

AMBROXOL is generally used to treat: Emphysema, Bronchitis, Pneumoconiosis, Bronchiectasis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

VEPAN AX 30MG/500MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions

Your doctor has prescribed Cefadroxil to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue Cefadroxil and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn’t stop or if you find blood in your stools.
If you’re on blood thinners, Cefadroxil can interact with your medications and increase your bleeding tendencies.
Do not take this medication if you are allergic to cefadroxil, or to similar antibiotics, such as Ceftin, Cefzil, Keflex, Omnicef, and others.
The cefadroxil suspension (liquid) contains sucrose. Talk to your doctor before using this form of cefadroxil if you have diabetes.Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you.
Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor.
Follow the directions on your prescription label.Take this medicine with a full glass of water.Cefadroxil can be taken on an empty stomach or with food or milk if it causes stomach upset.

Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Avoid excess dosage.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CEFADROXIL over-dosage can result in: Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

CEFADROXIL : Skin Rash, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Indigestion, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomit
AMBROXOL : Runny Nose, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach

Serious Side-Effects

CEFADROXIL : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Dizziness, Breathlessness, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Body Discoloration, Eyes Discoloration, Mood Swings, Throat Soreness, Fever

Rare Side-Effects

CEFADROXIL : Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Swollen Lymph Nodes, Heartburn, Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Chills, Head Headache, Lower Back Pain, Pain With Urination

Food Interactions

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Technical Classification

CEFADROXIL is categorized as: FIRST GENERATION CEPHALOSPORINS / CEPHALOSPORINS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
AMBROXOL is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BLUDROX A 30MG/500MG TAB	INR 93.26 for 10 TABLETS	CEFADROXIL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG
VEPAN AX 30MG/125MG TAB	INR 10.62 for 10 TABLETS	CEFADROXIL 125.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG
VEPAN AX 30MG/500MG TAB	INR 88 for 10 TABLETS	CEFADROXIL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG
WALADROX AX 45MG/500MG TAB	INR 36.6 for 4 TABLETS	CEFADROXIL 500.0 MG, AMBROXOL 45.0 MG