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These brands contain the same active ingredient (Cefuroxime Axetil + Clavulanic Acid). Strength and form may differ — confirm substitution with your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Indications & Uses
Sharpkil Plus is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adolescents and adults (13 years and older)- Pharyngitis/tonsillitis: 250 mg b.i.d. for 5-10 days Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis: 250 mg b.i.d. for 10 days Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis: 250-500 mg b.i.d. for 10 days Secondary bacterial infections of acute bronchitis: 250-500 mg b.i.d. for 5-10 days Uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections: 250-500 mg b.i.d. for 10 days Uncomplicated urinary tract infections: 250 mg b.i.d. for 7-10 days Uncomplicated Gonorrhoea: 1000 mg b.i.d. Single dose Community acquired pneumonia: 250-500 mg b.i.d. for 5-10 days MDR Typhoid Fever: 500 mg b.i.d. for 10-14 days Early Lyme disease: 500 mg b.i.d. for 20 days Paediatric Patients (3 months to 12 years)- Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis: 20 mg/kg/day b.i.d for 5-10 days Acute otitis media: 30 mg/kg/day b.i.d for 10 days Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis: 30 mg/kg/day b.i.d for 10 days Impetigo: 30 mg/kg/day b.i.d for 10 days Cefuroxime-Clavulanic Acid tablet may be taken without regard of food.
Side Effects
Generally Cefuroxime-Clavulanic Acid is well tolerated. However, a few side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort or pain may occur. As with other broad-spectrum antibiotics, prolonged administration of Cefuroxime and Clavulanic acid combination may result in overgrowth of nonsusceptible microorganisms. Rarely (<0.2%) renal dysfunction, anaphylaxis, angioedema, pruritis, rash and serum sickness like urticaria may appear.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Cefuroxime should be given with care to patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics & who has history of colitis.
Contraindications
Cefuroxime-Clavulanic Acid is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to cephalosporin & in patients with Pseudomembranous Colitis.