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Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup
Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg)
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Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup 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 (50mg)
Available variants: syrup 100 mg 30ML
Best price: ₹134 (₹4.45 per ml)
MRP: ₹141
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: S
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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 Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup
Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.
Uses of Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Key benefits
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections Expod 50mg Dry Syrup 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 Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup works
Expod 50mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making the bacteria resistant to further treatment.
How to take Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup
Most side effects of Expod-100 mg Dry are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Expod 50mg Dry Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur
- they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
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 Expod-100 mg 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 | 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 Expod-100 mg 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 Expod-100 mg 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 Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup
Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection. Give this medicine with food to avoid an upset stomach. Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect. Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions. Only give Expod 50mg Dry Syrup to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses. Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine. Your doctor has prescribed Expod 50mg Dry Syrup to cure your infection and improve your symptoms. 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. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Expod 50mg Dry Syrup as it may cause increased side effects. Discontinue Expod 50mg Dry Syrup and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- S
- Therapeutic class:
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class:
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class:
- Cephalosporins
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| Oxipod 50 DTIndoco Remedies Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹96 | 28% cheaper |
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| Zedocef 50 mgMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | 30ML | ₹101 | 24% cheaper |
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| Cebest Cv 50 mg Dry SyrupERGOS LIFE SCIENCES | syrup · 30ML | ₹113 | 15% cheaper |
| Swich 100 mg DTALKEM LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹177 | 33% more |
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Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup FAQs
What is Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup used for?
Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup 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 Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup?
Expod-100 mg 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 does Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup work?
Expod 50mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic.
Is Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup a prescription medicine?
Yes. Expod-100 mg 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 Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup?
The side effects reported most often with Expod-100 mg Dry are Expod 50mg Dry Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-. 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 Expod-100 mg 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 Expod-100 mg Dry.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
Is Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup habit forming?
No. Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Expod-100 mg 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 Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup starts at ₹134 (MRP ₹141) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in syrup 100 mg 30ML. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup?
Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup is manufactured by S. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup delivered?
Expod-100 mg 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.
Expod-100 mg Dry Syrup, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg)
- Form
- syrup
- Best price
- ₹134 (₹4.45 per ml)
- MRP
- ₹141
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H1
- Manufacturer
- S
- Therapeutic class
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class
- Cephalosporins
- Action class
- Third-Generation Cephalosporins
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- syrup 100 mg 30ML
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- 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 Expod-100 mg 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.