MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET is a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial infections including middle ear & sinus infections, respiratory tract infections, genital tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin & soft tissue infections such as dental infections, bone & joint infections, septic abortion and abdominal infections. The symptoms of bacterial infection include fever, difficulty in breathing, pus formation, and pain.
MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are suffering from hepatic impairment, liver disease, renal impairment, kidney disease, glandular fever, or are unable to pass water properly.
MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if it is considered necessary. It should be used with caution in children (aged below 12 years) and elderly patients (above 50 years). Consult your doctor before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET.
The common side effects associated with the use of MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET are diarrhoea, thrush (fungal infection in the vagina, skin folds, or mouth), nausea, and vomiting. Contact your doctor immediately if any of the symptoms worsen.
MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET helps in treating bacterial infection where amoxicillin is a penicillin that works by inhibiting the enzymes that help in the synthesis of the integral structural component of the bacterial cell wall whereas clavulanic acid is a beta-lactam (structurally related to penicillin) that works by inactivating an enzyme, namely beta-lactamase, thereby preventing the inactivation of amoxicillin.
Film-coated tablets:
Take MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Dispersible tablets:
Take MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Place the tablet in the mouth, let it dissolve, and then swallow. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Powder for oral suspension (in sachets):
Take MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Open the sachet, mix the contents thoroughly in a glass of water, and swallow the mixture immediately. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Stop taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects:
Diarrhoea
Drink lots of fluids, such as water to keep yourself hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to treat diarrhoea and consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.
Nausea and vomiting
Try to take MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.
MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women only if it is considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET.
MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET.
Do not drive or operate machines while taking if you feel unwell.
MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment or kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET.
MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have if you ever had liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate. It should be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET.
Do not take MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET if you are allergic to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid, penicillin, any antibiotic, or any other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET.
Before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
Use in Paediatrics
MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in children (below 12 years). Consult your doctor before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET.
Use in Geriatrics
MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (above 50 years). Consult your doctor before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET.
A. Drug-Drug Interactions
Before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicine:
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are gastrointestinal symptoms (including heartburn, indigestion, bloating, and constipation).
Drug | : | Amoxicillin, Clavulanic Acid |
Pharmacological Category | : | Antibiotics |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Bacterial infections |
Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Capsule, Sachet, Dry Syrup, Suspension, Syrup, Tablet, Capsule, Sachet, Dry Syrup, Suspension, Syrup, Drops, Injections |
Q: What MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET is used for?
A: MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET is used for treating bacterial infections including middle ear & sinus infections, respiratory tract infections, genital tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin & soft tissue infections such as dental infections, bone & joint infections, septic abortion (any abortion complicated by uterine infection), and abdominal infections.
Q: What happens if you take more MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET than your required dose?
A: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are gastrointestinal symptoms (including heartburn, indigestion, bloating, and constipation).
Q: What side effects are seen with MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET?
A: The common side effects associated with the use of MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET are diarrhoea, thrush (fungal infection in the vagina, skin folds, or mouth), nausea, and vomiting. Contact your doctor immediately if any of the symptoms worsen.
Q: Who should avoid taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET?
A: Do not take MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET if you are allergic to amoxicillin, clavulanic acid, penicillin, or any antibiotic. It is not recommended for use if you have liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate.
Q: Is MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET safe to use in children?
A: MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in children (below 12 years). Children (aged 6 years or below) should be treated with oral suspension or sachets containing amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. Consult your doctor before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET.
Q: How does MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET work?
A: MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET helps in treating bacterial infection where amoxicillin is a penicillin that works by inhibiting the enzymes that help in the synthesis of an integral structural component of the bacterial cell wall whereas clavulanic acid is a beta-lactam (structurally related to penicillin) that works by inactivating an enzyme, namely beta-lactamase, thereby preventing the inactivation of amoxicillin.
Q: What is the method of taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET?
A: Film-coated tablets:
Take MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Dispersible tablets:
Take MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Place the tablet in the mouth, let it dissolve, and then swallow. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Powder for oral suspension (in sachets):
Take MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Open the sachet, mix the contents thoroughly in a glass of water, and swallow the mixture immediately. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Q: What if I forget to take MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET dose?
A: If you forgot to take MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET dose, take it as early as possible. Avoid taking the next dose too soon. Wait for about 4 hours before taking the scheduled next dose. Consult your doctor before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET.
Q: When to stop taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET?
A: Do not stop taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET without thoroughly discussing it with your doctor until the treatment course is completed, even if you start feeling better. This is because if some bacteria survive due to incomplete medication, they may relapse into the infection.
Q: Is MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET safe to use in liver patients?
A: MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have liver problems or jaundice upon taking an antibiotic or amoxicillin-clavulanate. It should be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking MOKCAN CV 228.5MG TABLET.
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Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R, BDS
Last updated on 12 Jan 2023 | 06:07 PM(IST)
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