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Altipod 50
Cefpodoxime Proxetil
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Altipod 50 is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, chest infection, urinary infection, ear and throat infection and typhoid.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Cefpodoxime Proxetil
Available variants: NA 30ML
Best price: ₹42 (₹1.40 per ml)
MRP: ₹44
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS
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Composition of Altipod 50
Altipod 50 contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil. It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.
Uses of Altipod 50
- This medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection
- chest infection
- urinary infection
- ear and throat infection and typhoid.
Key benefits
- Effective against a wide range of bacteria
- Available as tablets
- syrups and injections
How Altipod 50 works
Cefpodoxime kills the bacteria causing your infection by destroying the cell wall that holds them together.
How to take Altipod 50
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and, rarely, fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Altipod 50
Most side effects of Altipod are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Loose motions
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Rash
- Thrush
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Altipod 50
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease. |
| Liver | Use with caution if you have liver disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Finish the whole course even after you feel better — stopping early breeds resistant bacteria. Tell your doctor if you have ever had a severe reaction to penicillin; a small proportion of people react to both groups. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Several medicines in this group are on Schedule H1 precisely because overuse drives antibiotic resistance. Take it only when a doctor has prescribed it for you.
Do not take Altipod if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics.
Interactions with other medicines
Antacids, iron and zinc reduce absorption — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.
How to store Altipod 50
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Altipod 50
Space the doses evenly and complete the course. Keep the reconstituted syrup as the pharmacist instructed and discard it after the stated number of days.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Cephalosporin
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Altipod 50 FAQs
What is Altipod 50 used for?
Altipod 50 is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, chest infection, urinary infection, ear and throat infection and typhoid. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Altipod 50?
Altipod 50 contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Altipod 50?
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Altipod 50 work?
Cefpodoxime kills the bacteria causing your infection by destroying the cell wall that holds them together.
Is Altipod 50 a prescription medicine?
Yes. Altipod 50 is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Altipod 50?
The side effects reported most often with Altipod are Loose motions, Nausea, Stomach pain, Rash, Thrush. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Altipod 50 be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Altipod.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Altipod 50?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Altipod 50?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Altipod 50 habit forming?
No. Altipod 50 is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Altipod 50 cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Altipod 50 starts at ₹42 (MRP ₹44) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in NA 30ML. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Altipod 50?
Altipod 50 is manufactured by TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Altipod 50 delivered?
Altipod 50 is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Altipod 50, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil
- Best price
- ₹42 (₹1.40 per ml)
- MRP
- ₹44
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Manufacturer
- TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Cephalosporin
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- NA 30ML
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Altipod 50 is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Altipod 50.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.