Description
Cefpodoxime Tablets belong to the group of cephalosporin antibiotics used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. It does not work against infections caused by the virus, including colds and flu.
Cefpodoxime Tablets contain ‘Cefpodoxime’, which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering (cell wall), which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, this medicine kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of bacterial infections.
Medical Benefits
- It is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue.
- It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria.
- This tablet works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival.
Directions For Use
- Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not break, crush or chew it.
- Please take Cefpodoxime Tablets in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor based on specific medical conditions.
Storage
- Keep it away from sunlight.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
- Store in a cool and dry place.
Precautions
- This medicine may pass into breast milk. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
- It belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe this tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefpodoxime Tablets as it might cause increased dizziness.
- Take it with caution as it may interact with diuretics (furosemide), blood thinner (warfarin), supplements (calcium/vitamin D), and drugs used to treat excess uric acid (probenecid).
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Bloating
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I stop taking this medicine on my own?
It is recommended to complete the course of this tablet even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).
Does this composition cause stomach upset?
It may cause stomach upset as a side effect. To avoid this, take it preferably with food. Taking this tablet with food helps in increasing its absorption in the body.
Does this tablet cause diarrhoea?
Diarrhoea is the common side effect of it. Drink lots of water and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you observe blood in stools (tarry stools) or have severe diarrhoea (vomiting or watery stool), immediately consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Does this medicine affect blood tests?
It may affect the results of urine tests for sugar and blood tests known as Coomb’s test (antiglobulin test). This tablet induces a positive direct Coombs test giving a false positive test. Therefore, inform the person performing the tests that you are taking it.
