XEFPODOX 100 TAB

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Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as acute bacterial sinusitis, pharyngitis/tonsillitis, acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia (mild), uncomplicated urinary tract infections, and skin/soft tissue infections.

Cefpodoxime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, leading to cell lysis and death of susceptible bacteria.

Take as prescribed by a doctor. Usually taken orally with food to improve absorption; swallow whole with water. Complete the full course even if you feel better; do not skip doses.

Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, indigestion, headache, dizziness, skin rash, itching, vaginal candidiasis, transient rise in liver enzymes

Use only for bacterial infections. Inform your doctor if you have allergy to cephalosporins/penicillins, history of severe allergy, kidney disease, or colitis. Prolonged use may cause superinfection (e.g., fungal infection) and antibiotic-associated diarrhoea; seek care for severe/persistent diarrhoea or blood in stools (possible C. difficile). Dose adjustment may be needed in renal impairment. Use with caution in children/elderly as advised.

Antacids/H2 blockers (may reduce absorption), probenecid (may increase cefpodoxime levels), warfarin/other anticoagulants (may increase bleeding risk; monitor INR), live oral typhoid vaccine (reduced response), other nephrotoxic drugs (monitor kidney function)