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Spectratil 50 Tablet
Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg)
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Spectratil 50 Tablet is used for treatment of Bacterial infections.
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Key details
Salt: Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg)
Available variants: tablet 50mg 10`S
Price: ₹80 (₹7.98 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: APEX LABORATORIES LTD`
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Composition of Spectratil 50 Tablet
Spectratil 50 Tablet contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.
Uses of Spectratil 50 Tablet
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Benefits of Spectratil 50 Tablet
- In Bacterial infection
- Spectratil kills a wide range of bacteria by breaking down their cell walls, bringing the infection under control. Finishing the full course prevents it coming back.
- In Chest infection
- Spectratil treats bacterial infections of the chest, easing the cough, fever and breathlessness as the bacteria are cleared.
- In Urinary infection
- Spectratil clears the bacteria behind burning, frequency and pain on passing urine.
- In Ear and throat infection
- Spectratil treats bacterial infections of the ear, throat and sinuses, relieving the pain and fever they cause.
- In Typhoid
- Spectratil kills the typhoid bacteria in the blood and gut, bringing down the fever and preventing the complications of untreated typhoid.
How Spectratil 50 Tablet works
Spectratil DS 50mg Tablet 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 Spectratil 50 Tablet
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Spectratil 50 Tablet
Most side effects of Spectratil are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Spectratil DS 50mg Tablet 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 get help at once 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 Spectratil 50 Tablet
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
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 Spectratil 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 Spectratil 50 Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Spectratil 50 Tablet
- 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 Spectratil DS 50mg Tablet to your child for their current infection.
- Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- APEX LABORATORIES LTD`
- Therapeutic class:
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class:
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class:
- Cephalosporins
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| Cefopen-50 Dry SyrupMOREPEN RX LIMITED | syrup · 30ML | ₹93 | 16% more |
| Cefdryl 50 mg Dry Syrup | syrup · 30ML | ₹96 | 20% more |
| Oxipod 50 DTIndoco Remedies Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹101 | 27% more |
| U.v.a.cef 50 mg Dry Syrup | syrup · 30ML | ₹104 | 30% more |
| Zerapod 50 Dry SyrupEYSYS PHARMA | syrup · 30ML | ₹106 | 33% more |
| Zedocef 50 mgMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | 30ML | ₹106 | 33% more |
| Cepodem 50 mg Suspension 30 mlSUN PHARMA 2 | 30ML | ₹115 | 44% more |
| Cebest CV 50 mg Dry SyrupERGOS LIFE SCIENCES | syrup · 30ML | ₹119 | 49% more |
| Swich 100 mg DTALKEM LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹187 | 134% more |
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Spectratil 50 Tablet FAQs
What is Spectratil 50 Tablet used for?
Spectratil 50 Tablet 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 are the benefits of Spectratil 50 Tablet?
Bacterial infection: Spectratil kills a wide range of bacteria by breaking down their cell walls, bringing the infection under control. Finishing the full course prevents it coming back. It is also used for chest infection, urinary infection, ear and throat infection.
What is the salt in Spectratil 50 Tablet?
Spectratil 50 Tablet 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 Spectratil 50 Tablet work?
Spectratil DS 50mg Tablet is an antibiotic.
Is Spectratil 50 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Spectratil 50 Tablet 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 Spectratil 50 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Spectratil are Spectratil DS 50mg Tablet 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 Spectratil 50 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Spectratil 50 Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Spectratil.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Spectratil 50 Tablet?
Limit alcohol while taking Spectratil 50 Tablet; it can worsen the side effects.
Is Spectratil 50 Tablet habit forming?
No. Spectratil 50 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Spectratil 50 Tablet?
Cefoder 50 Dry Syrup has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹77 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 Spectratil 50 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Spectratil 50 Tablet starts at ₹80 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 50mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Spectratil 50 Tablet?
Spectratil 50 Tablet is manufactured by APEX LABORATORIES LTD`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Spectratil 50 Tablet delivered?
Spectratil 50 Tablet is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Spectratil 50 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Price
- ₹80 (₹7.98 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H1
- Brand
- APEX LABORATORIES LTD`
- Manufacturer
- APEX LABORATORIES LTD`
- Therapeutic class
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class
- Cephalosporins
- Action class
- Third-Generation Cephalosporins
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 50mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. 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 Spectratil 50 Tablet.
- 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.