Cefodox Powder for Suspension
Powder for Suspension
Bristol Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Generic:
Cefpodoxime ProxetilWeight:
40 mg/5 mlbest Price:
৳ 95.00Generic
Cefpodoxime Proxetil
Pharmacology
Cefpodoxime an oral 3rd generation cephalosporin, which has good stability to beta lactamases and activity against Gram negative and Gram positive bacteria. It is indicated for the treatment of infections either before the infecting organism has been identified. It is a prodrug its active metabolite is Cefpodoxime. Approximately 29 to 33% of Cefpodoxime excreted unchanged in the urine in 12 hours.
Dosage Administration
Cefpodoxime concomitant administration of high doses of antacids (sodium bicarbonate and aluminum hydroxide) or H2 blockers reduces peak plasma levels and the extent of absorption respectively. Renal excretion of Cefpodoxime is inhibit by probenecid.
Contraindications
Cefpodoxime has very few side effects. Possible side effects include gastrointestinal disorders (such as- diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain), rash, urticaria and itching.
Side Effects
US FDA pregnancy category of Cefpodoxime is B. There is, however, no adequate and well-controlled study in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Cefpodoxime have been shown to be excreted in human milk. So, caution should be exercised when Cefpodoxime is administered to a nursing woman.
Pregnancy And Lactation
In patients with transient or persistent reduction in urinary output due to renal insufficiency, the total daily dose of Cefpodoxime should be reduced. Cefpodoxime should be administered with caution to patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics. As with other antibiotics, prolonged use of Cefpodoxime may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms.
Therapeutic
Step 1: Shake the bottle well to loosen the powder. Step 2: Add boiled and cooled water in the bottle. Step 3: Shake until powder is completely mixed with water.
Storage Conditions
Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.
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