Cefilem-CV Tablets by Lemaid Healthcare are a prescription antibiotic formulation containing Cefixime Anhydrous 200 mg and Clavulanic Acid 125 mg. This fixed-dose combination is approved in India as an antibiotic formulation and should be used only under the supervision of a qualified medical practitioner.
Each tablet contains:
Cefilem-CV combines Cefixime, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, with Clavulanic Acid.
Cefixime works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall, helping stop the growth and survival of susceptible bacteria. Cefixime is used for certain bacterial infections and does not work against viral infections such as the common cold or flu.
Clavulanic Acid is used in antibiotic combinations to help counter certain bacterial beta-lactamase enzymes, supporting antibacterial activity in appropriate susceptible infections.
Depending on the diagnosis and susceptibility of the bacteria, Cefixime-containing medicines may be prescribed for certain infections involving:
The exact indication should always be determined by the prescribing doctor.