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Cepocef 200 mg Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

CEFPODOXIME-200MG

Uses:

<p>Cepocef 200 mg Tablet is used to treat various bacterial infections in children. The detailed uses of Cepocef 200 mg Tablet are as follows: <br/> • Treatment of respiratory tract infections: Cepocef 200 mg Tablet treats infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and tonsillitis.<br/> • Management of ear infections (otitis media): Effectively treats middle ear infections, reducing pain and fever.<br/> • Treatment of throat and sinus infections: Used to manage pharyngitis, sinusitis, and other upper respiratory infections.<br/> • Urinary tract infections (UTIs): Helps eliminate bacteria causing UTIs.<br/> • Skin and soft tissue infections: Treats bacterial skin infections such as impetigo and cellulitis.<br/> • Gastrointestinal infections: Treats bacterial diarrhoea and typhoid fever in children.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Cepocef 200 mg Tablet belongs to the group of cephalosporin antibiotics indicated in the treatment of bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, including infections of the lungs, throat, tonsils, and sinus cavities. Cepocef 200 mg Tablet contains 'Cefpodoxime', which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Cepocef 200 mg Tablet works by preventing the formation of the bacterial cell covering (cell wall), which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, Cepocef 200 mg Tablet kills the bacteria and helps in treating bacterial infections.

FAQs

Cepocef 200 mg Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections.

Cepocef 200 mg Tablet works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. This kills the bacteria and helps in treating bacterial infections.

Cepocef 200 mg Tablet may cause diarrhoea. If the child experiences diarrhoea, give them water and non-spicy food. Consult a doctor if the condition persists or worsens.

To treat the condition effectively, it is recommended that the course of Cepocef 200 mg Tablet be completed even if the child feels better. Leaving it in between may lead to a severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Cepocef 200 mg Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea (watery or loose stool), and abdominal pain. Talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.