Cedon Plus 200 mg/200 mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime Proxetil 200mg / Ofloxacin 200mg

Description

Cedon-Plus Tablet is a combination of Cefpodoxime and Ofloxacin. It is an antibiotic used for the treatment of typhoid fever and respiratory tract infections (infections that affect various organs involved in breathing). Cedon-Plus Tablet works by killing the bacteria, thereby preventing the further spread of infection.

Cedon-Plus Tablet shows side effects such as diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Contact your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines as this medicine may cause dizziness. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.

Cedon-Plus Tablet can be taken with or without food. For the ease of remembering, take it at the same time every day. Ensure that your complete the course of treatment for better results and to prevent re-infection. Avoid taking Cedon-Plus Tablet without consulting your doctor. Unnecessary use of this medicine may cause the bacteria to become resistant to antibiotics.

Cedon-Plus Tablet should be avoided if you have tendinitis (a condition that causes swelling of the tissues that attach bones with muscles) or myasthenia gravis (a condition that causes severe weakness and fatigue of the muscles under voluntary control). Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems.

Cedon-Plus Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Cedon-Plus Tablet
Stomach pain
Decreased appetite
Joint pain
Change in taste
Diarrhoea
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Headache
Muscle pain

Uses of Cedon-Plus Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Respiratory Tract Infection
Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) are infections that affect parts of the body involved in breathing, such as the sinuses, throat, airways, or lungs. Cedon-Plus Tablet is used for the treatment of respiratory tract infections such as:
1. Pharyngitis and tonsillitis: Infections that cause swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils.
2. Sinusitis: The swelling of the tissues of your sinuses (hollow spaces located behind your nose and cheekbones, between your eyes, and at the lower end of your forehead).
3. Bronchitis: The swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulate air passage in the lungs.
4. Pneumonia: An infection in the air sacs of one or both lungs.
Typhoid fever
Typhoid fever is an infection caused by Salmonella Typhi bacteria. The symptoms include high fever, diarrhoea, vomiting, etc. Cedon-Plus Tablet is used for the treatment of typhoid fever.

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When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Cedon-Plus Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Tendinitis or tendon ruputure
Tendinitis is a condition that causes swelling of the tendon, a tissue that connects your muscles to bones. Cedon-Plus Tablet can cause tendinitis and tendon rupture (a condition that causes partial or complete tearing of the tendon). Hence, this medicine is not recommended for use if you have a history of tendinitis or tendon rupture as it may worsen your condition.
Myasthenia gravis
Myasthenia gravis is a serious condition characterized by severe weakness of the muscles under your voluntary control, including the arms and legs. Cedon-Plus Tablet is not recommended for use if you have myasthenia gravis as it may worsen your condition and cause further muscle weakness.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you forget to take Cedon-Plus Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses together to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose of Cedon-Plus Tablet. Seek immediate medical attention in case of an overdose of this medicine.

General Instructions

Take Cedon-Plus Tablet with or without food as instructed by your doctor. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose.

Ensure that your complete the course of treatment even if you feel better after a few doses to prevent the risk of re-infection that would be difficult to treat in the future.

Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen.

Cedon-Plus Tablet may cause diarrhoea. However, it should subside after your stop taking the medicine. If it does not subside or if you detect blood in your stools, contact your doctor.