Monocef O DT 100

Composition of Monocef O DT 100

Monocef O DT 100 contains Cefpodoxime (100mg). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.

Uses of Monocef O DT 100

• Monocef O 100 DT Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract
• skin & soft-tissue
• ear
• blood
• genital and lungs (pneumonia).

Key benefits

• Effective against a wide range of bacteria
• Available as tablets
• syrups and injections

How Monocef O DT 100 works

Monocef O 100 DT Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

How to take Monocef O DT 100

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Monocef O DT 100

Most side effects of Monocef O DT 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 Monocef O DT 100

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 Monocef O 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 Monocef O DT 100

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Monocef O DT 100

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li><div>Your doctor has prescribed Monocef O 100 DT Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.</div></li> <li><div>Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.</div></li> <li><div>Discontinue Monocef O 100 DT Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.</div></li> <li><div>Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.</div></li> <li>Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.</li> <li>Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Monocef O 100 DT Tablet as it may cause increased side effects.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic

Drug class:

Cephalosporin