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Cepodem O Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

CEFPODOXIME-200MG + OFLOXACIN-200MG

Uses:

Treatment of Bacterial infections.

Medicinal Benefits:

Cepodem O Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics, which treat bacterial infections like urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, sexually transmitted infections, soft tissue infections, and ear and eye infections. Cepodem O Tablet is a combination of two antibiotic drugs: Ofloxacin and Cefpodoxime. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase, which is required for DNA replication, transcription and repair. Cefpodoxime inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby killing the bacteria. Together, Cepodem O Tablet helps in treating bacterial infections. Cepodem O Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

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Cepodem O Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs (pneumonia), sinus (sinusitis), bladder (cystitis), ear infections, etc.

Cepodem O Tablet is a combination of two antibiotic drugs: Ofloxacin and Cefpodoxime. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase, which is required to produce DNA replication, transcription, and repair. Cefpodoxime inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby killing the bacteria. Together, Cepodem O Tablet helps in treating bacterial infections.

Avoid taking magnesium and aluminium-containing antacids along with Cepodem O Tablet . Maintain a minimum gap of two hours between both.

Do not take Cepodem O Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance, which means antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

Diarrhoea is the most reported common side effect of Cepodem O Tablet . So, it is advisable to drink lots of water and fluids and eat fibre-rich food if you experience diarrhoea. If you observe blood in stools (tarry stools) or experience excess diarrhoea (vomiting or watery stool), immediately consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Cepodem O Tablet may cause stomach upset as a side effect. To avoid this, take Cepodem O Tablet , preferably with food. Taking Cepodem O Tablet with food helps in increasing its absorption in the body.

Cepodem O Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, and it is not used for viral infections.

No, there is no evidence that Cepodem O Tablet is addictive.

Cepodem O Tablet should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The duration of treatment will be determined by the doctor based on your medical condition.

Cepodem O Tablet should be taken orally. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not chew, break or crush.

Cepodem O Tablet should be stored in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

You should not stop taking Cepodem O Tablet even though you feel better as it may cause the infection to recur. Complete the duration of treatment as prescribed by the doctor to get its full benefits.

Take the missed dose of Cepodem O Tablet as soon as you remember. But, if it is time for your next dose take your regular dose and skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Consult the doctor if you don't feel better even after completing the duration of treatment with Cepodem O Tablet . Also, let your doctor know if any symptoms are worsening while taking Cepodem O Tablet .

The side effects of Cepodem O Tablet include dizziness, pain in the lower legs, loss of appetite, neck pain, headache, and stomach pain. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.