Hipod 200 Tablet

Hipod 200 Tablet contains Cefpodoxime proxetil 200 mg (as cefpodoxime) tablet. Prescription required.

Bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections (pharyngitis/tonsillitis, sinusitis, bronchitis, pneumonia), ear infections (otitis media), urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, and uncomplicated gonorrhoea (as prescribed).

Cefpodoxime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It kills susceptible bacteria by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to bacterial cell lysis and death.

Tablet for oral use. Take exactly as prescribed, usually twice daily; preferably take with food to improve absorption. Swallow whole with water and complete the full course even if you feel better.

Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, rash, itching, vaginal candidiasis

Use only for bacterial infections. Inform doctor if you have allergy to cephalosporins/penicillins, history of severe allergy, kidney disease, or colitis/antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Stop and seek medical help for severe rash, breathing difficulty, facial swelling, or severe/persistent diarrhoea (possible C. difficile). Dose adjustment may be needed in renal impairment. May affect some lab tests (Coombs test); tell your clinician/lab.

Probenecid (increases levels), antacids/H2 blockers (may reduce absorption), warfarin/anticoagulants (may increase bleeding risk/INR), oral live typhoid vaccine (reduced response), other nephrotoxic drugs (use caution)

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from moisture and light. Keep in original pack and out of reach of children.

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