Tenafet

• Bacterial infections
• Respiratory tract infections (including pneumonia)
• Urinary tract infections
• Ear infections
• Nasal sinus infections
• Throat infections
• Sexually transmitted diseases

Cefetamet Pivoxil Hydrochloride is a broad spectrum third generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It inhibits the final transpeptidation step of peptidoglycan synthesis in the bacterial cell wall by binding to one or more of the penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs).

Adult Dose: 500 mg twice daily.

Child Dose (over 12 years): 500 mg twice daily.

Child Dose (under 12 years): 10 mg/kg twice daily.

40 kg (approximately over 12 years): 500 mg twice daily.

Common Side Effects:

• Rash
• Allergic reaction
• Nausea
• Diarrhea

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Information regarding the use of Cefetamet Pivoxil Hydrochloride during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

• [SAFE] Cefetamet Pivoxil Hydrochloride does not usually affect your ability to drive.
• Your doctor has prescribed Cefetamet Pivoxil Hydrochloride to cure your infection and improve your symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
• Discontinue Cefetamet Pivoxil Hydrochloride 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 does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
• Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
• Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefetamet Pivoxil Hydrochloride as it may cause increased side effects.

Information on Cefetamet Pivoxil Hydrochloride overdosage is not available.

Store below 30°C, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.