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Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup
Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg)
₹88MRP ₹93In stock
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Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup 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 (50mg)
Available variants: syrup 50mg 30ML
Best price: ₹88 (₹2.94 per ml)
MRP: ₹93
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: MOREPEN RX LIMITED
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
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Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup
Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.
Uses of Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup
- 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 Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup works
Cefpodoxime kills the bacteria causing your infection by destroying the cell wall that holds them together.
How to take Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup
Shake the bottle well before each dose and measure it with the cup, spoon or dropper supplied — a kitchen spoon is not an accurate measure. Take it with or just after food. 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 Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup
Most side effects of Cefopen-50 Dry 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 Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup
| 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 Cefopen-50 Dry 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 Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup
Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Do not freeze. Once opened, use it within the period printed on the pack. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup
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:
- MOREPEN RX LIMITED
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Cephalosporin
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Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup FAQs
What is Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup used for?
Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup 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 Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup?
Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg). 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 Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup?
Shake the bottle well before each dose and measure it with the cup, spoon or dropper supplied — a kitchen spoon is not an accurate measure. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup work?
Cefpodoxime kills the bacteria causing your infection by destroying the cell wall that holds them together.
Is Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup a prescription medicine?
Yes. Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup 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 Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup?
The side effects reported most often with Cefopen-50 Dry 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 Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup 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 Cefopen-50 Dry.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup habit forming?
No. Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup?
Cefoder 50 Dry Syrup has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹73 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup starts at ₹88 (MRP ₹93) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in syrup 50mg 30ML. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup?
Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup is manufactured by MOREPEN RX LIMITED. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup delivered?
Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup 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.
Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg)
- Form
- syrup
- Best price
- ₹88 (₹2.94 per ml)
- MRP
- ₹93
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- MOREPEN RX LIMITED
- Manufacturer
- MOREPEN RX LIMITED
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Cephalosporin
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- syrup 50mg 30ML
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup 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 Cefopen-50 Dry Syrup.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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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.