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Cepotus-100 DT
Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg)
₹143MRP ₹150In stock
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Cepotus-100 DT is used for treatment of Bacterial infections.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg)
Available variants: tablet 100mg 10`S
Best price: ₹143 (₹14.25 per tablet)
MRP: ₹150
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ICARUS HEALTHCARE
Ordering notes
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Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
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Composition of Cepotus-100 DT
Cepotus-100 DT contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.
Uses of Cepotus-100 DT
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Key benefits
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections Cepotus 100mg Tablet DT kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis)
- lungs (pneumonia)
- ear
- abdomen
- urinary tract
- bones and joints
- skin
- blood
- and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days
- but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
How Cepotus-100 DT works
Cepotus 100mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall), which is needed for them to survive. This weakens the bacteria, causing them to die. As a result, the infection is controlled, and the body's immune system can effectively eliminate the remaining bacteria.
How to take Cepotus-100 DT
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Cepotus-100 DT
Most side effects of Cepotus-100 DT are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
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 Cepotus-100 DT
| Pregnancy | Consult doctor |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Breast feeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED |
| Alcohol | Use with caution |
| Driving | Driving UNSAFE |
| Kidney | Kidney CAUTION |
| Liver | Liver SAFE IF PRESCRIBED |
| 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 Cepotus-100 DT 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 Cepotus-100 DT
Store at room temperature (below 25°C), protected from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.
Expert advice for Cepotus-100 DT
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat. Discontinue Cepotus 100mg Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of your face and mouth, or difficulty breathing. Diarrhea may occur sometimes, but it should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ICARUS HEALTHCARE
- Therapeutic class:
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class:
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class:
- Cephalosporins
Substitutes for Cepotus-100 DT
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Cepotus-100 DT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monotax O DT 100 mgZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹98 | 31% cheaper |
| Cefredrox 100 mg Tablet | 1X10 | ₹114 | 20% cheaper |
| Spectratil 100 mg DT TabletAPEX LABORATORIES LTD` | tablet · 10`S | ₹123 | 13% cheaper |
| Kefpod 100 DTGLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹130 | 8% cheaper |
| Cedon DT 100 mg TabletBlue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹143 | same price |
| Zipod 100 mg DTFDC Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹143 | 1% more |
| Cefredrox 100 mg Tablet | 1X6 | ₹157 | 10% more |
| Cepodem 100 mg DTSUN PHARMA 2 | tablet · 10`S | ₹159 | 12% more |
| Doxcef 100 DTLUPIN LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹163 | 14% more |
| Cefdryl 100 mg DS 30 ml Suspension | 100ML | ₹166 | 17% more |
| Cefoprox 100 DTCIPLA LIMITED | tablet · 10`S | ₹174 | 22% more |
| Polypod 100 mg Dry SyrupMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | syrup · 30ML | ₹186 | 31% more |
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Cepotus-100 DT FAQs
What is Cepotus-100 DT used for?
Cepotus-100 DT is commonly used for Treatment of Bacterial infections. 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 Cepotus-100 DT?
Cepotus-100 DT contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How does Cepotus-100 DT work?
Cepotus 100mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic.
Is Cepotus-100 DT a prescription medicine?
Yes. Cepotus-100 DT 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 Cepotus-100 DT?
The side effects reported most often with Cepotus-100 DT are Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them. 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 Cepotus-100 DT be taken during pregnancy?
Consult doctor Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Cepotus-100 DT.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Cepotus-100 DT?
Use with caution
Is Cepotus-100 DT habit forming?
No. Cepotus-100 DT is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Cepotus-100 DT?
Monotax O DT 100 mg has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹98 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 Cepotus-100 DT cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Cepotus-100 DT starts at ₹143 (MRP ₹150) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 100mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Cepotus-100 DT?
Cepotus-100 DT is manufactured by ICARUS HEALTHCARE. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Cepotus-100 DT delivered?
Cepotus-100 DT 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.
Cepotus-100 DT, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹143 (₹14.25 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹150
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H1
- Brand
- ICARUS HEALTHCARE
- Manufacturer
- ICARUS HEALTHCARE
- Therapeutic class
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class
- Cephalosporins
- Action class
- Third-Generation Cephalosporins
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 100mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Cepotus-100 DT 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.
- Manufacturer labeling
- CDSCO/Indian drug database listings, established medical literature
- 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 Cepotus-100 DT.
- 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.