Cepodem 200 Tablet (Cefpodoxime Proxetil 200mg)

Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called ‘cephalosporins’ used to treat 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. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s contains ‘Cefpodoxime Proxetil’ which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against both gram-positive and negative groups of bacteria. Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering (cell wall), which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of bacterial infections.

Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s should be preferably taken with food to avoid stomach upset. The dose of Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s can vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection. It is recommended to complete the course of medicine 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). In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea (watery or loose stool), abdominal pain, loss of appetite, bloating, skin rash and itching. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not take Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Talk to your doctor before taking Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s if you have had inflammation in bowel, kidney or liver problems. Do not take antacids and anti-ulcer medicines along with Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. Avoid taking Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Bacterial infections

Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called ‘cephalosporins’ 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 composed of Cefpodoxime Proxetil. Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria.  Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, it kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. Cepodem 200mg Tablet 10’s has been shown to reduce the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Tablet/capsule: Swallow the tablet/capsule as a whole with water; do not crush, chew or break it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the syrup by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack. Injection: The injection will be given by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

• Diarrhoea (loose or watery stool)
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Loss of appetite
• Bloating
• Skin rash
• Itching