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Podxetil CV Tablet 10's

Podxetil CV Tablet 10's

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Koye Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Podxetil CV Tablet

Podxetil CV Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), community-acquired pneumonia, gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), anorectal infections in women, skin, and urinary tract infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. 

Podxetil CV Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics, Cefpodoxime proxetil (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime proxetil works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefpodoxime proxetil against the bacteria. Together, Podxetil CV Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.

Take Podxetil CV Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration of Podxetil CV Tablet can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before starting Podxetil CV Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any antibiotic or kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Podxetil CV Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Podxetil CV Tablet if you are breastfeeding as Podxetil CV Tablet may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Podxetil CV Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects. Podxetil CV Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.

Uses of Podxetil CV Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Podxetil CV Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), community-acquired pneumonia, gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), anorectal infections in women, skin, and urinary tract infections. Podxetil CV Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Cefpodoxime proxetil (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime proxetil works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefpodoxime proxetil against the bacteria. Together, Podxetil CV Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections. Podxetil CV Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains.

Directions for Use

Swallow Podxetil CV Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Podxetil CV Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Before starting Podxetil CV Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any antibiotic or kidney or liver problems. Podxetil CV Tablet should not be given to patients with rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance (the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption). Consult your doctor before taking Podxetil CV Tablet if you have colitis (colon inflammation), if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Podxetil CV Tablet if you are breastfeeding, as it may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Podxetil CV Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects. Podxetil CV Tablet causes dizziness, so drive with caution.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Podxetil CV Tablet may have interaction with anticoagulants (e.g. warfarin), anti-gout (e.g. probenecid), diuretics (e.g. furosemide), and vitamin supplements (e.g. calcium, vitamin D).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Podxetil CV Tablet may interact with conditions such as colitis (inflammation in the colon's lining), seizures, dialysis, and kidney or liver dysfunction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • PROBENECID
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • CALCIUM
  • VITAMIN D

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.

  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.

  • Avoid the consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.

  • Avoid the usage of tobacco.

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which helps with indigestion. Therefore, you should take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Podxetil CV Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Podxetil CV Tablet belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe Podxetil CV Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Podxetil CV Tablet may pass into breast milk. Avoid taking Podxetil CV Tablet if you are breastfeeding unless prescribed.

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Driving

Caution

Podxetil CV Tablet may cause dizziness. Drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Podxetil CV Tablet if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Podxetil CV Tablet .

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Podxetil CV Tablet is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon the age and severity of the infection.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

A-10, 3rd Floor, Art Guild House, Phoenix Market City Annexe, LBS Marg, Kurla (West), Mumbai - 400070
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FAQs

Podxetil CV Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections.
Do not take Podxetil CV Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Podxetil CV Tablet contains Cefpodoxime proxetil and Clavulanic acid. Cefpodoxime proxetil works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby killing the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefpodoxime proxetil against the bacteria. Together, Podxetil CV Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.
Podxetil CV Tablet may cause Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD). Treatment with antibiotics alters the normal flora leading to overgrowth of Clostridium difficile; this causes diarrhoea. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Podxetil CV Tablet and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Do not stop taking Podxetil CV Tablet despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectually continue taking Podxetil CV Tablet for as long as it has been prescribed for you. Talk to your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Podxetil CV Tablet .

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