Safpod 50 DS Suspension 30 ml
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About Safpod 50 DS Suspension
Safpod 50 DS Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. Bacterial infections are caused by the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body.
Safpod 50 DS Suspension contains 'Cefpodoxime Proxetil', which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative groups of bacteria. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial cell covering (cell wall), which is necessary for their survival. Therefore, it kills the bacteria and helps treat and prevent the spread of bacterial infections.
Take this medicine as prescribed. In some cases, you may experience specific common side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea (watery or loose stool), abdominal pain, loss of appetite, bloating, skin rash, and itching. 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.
Do not take antacids and anti-ulcer medications along with Safpod 50 DS Suspension; maintain a 2-3 hour gap between them. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Safpod 50 DS Suspension. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side effects. Safpod 50 DS Suspension may cause dizziness; hence, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
Uses of Safpod 50 DS Suspension
Safpod 50 DS Suspension is used for the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Safpod 50 DS Suspension are as follows:
- Treats bacterial infections: Safpod 50 DS Suspension is effective against infections in the lungs (pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, and throat
- Manages respiratory conditions: Safpod 50 DS Suspension is used for pharyngitis, tonsillitis, bronchitis, and sinusitis.
- Helps with skin infections: Safpod 50 DS Suspension treats uncomplicated skin and soft tissue infections.
- Supports treatment of gonorrhea: Safpod 50 DS Suspension is used for uncomplicated urethral and cervical gonorrhea.
- Effective against otitis media: Safpod 50 DS Suspension helps manage middle ear infections.
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Directions for Use
- Safpod 50 DS Suspension can be taken with food to enhance its absorption, or as advised by your doctor.
- Follow your doctor's instructions regarding dosage and timing to ensure optimal effectiveness.
- Swallow Safpod 50 DS Suspension whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Key Benefits
- Treats a wide range of bacterial infections effectively.
- Works against infections of the respiratory tract such as bronchitis, pneumonia, and sinusitis.
- Helps cure ear, nose, and throat infections including otitis media and tonsillitis.
- Treats urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Effective in managing skin and soft tissue infections.
- Provides reliable infection control with good tolerance and broad antibacterial coverage.
How Safpod 50 DS Suspension Works
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- Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
- Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
- Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
- Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
- Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
- Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
- Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
- Inform your doctor if you suspect a fungal skin infection for proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Wash the affected area with mild soap and water to prevent spreading.
- Avoid sharing personal items like towels, clothing, or makeup to prevent spreading.
- Wash your hands regularly, especially after touching the affected area.
- Avoid scratching, as it can worsen or spread the infection. Keep the area covered to prevent itching.
- If your symptoms worsen or don't get better, seek professional help.
- Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
- Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
- Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
- Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
- Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
- Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
- What to Do if Vomiting Persists
- Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
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Drug Warnings
- Avoid taking Safpod 50 DS Suspension if you are allergic to any of its components.
- Before taking Safpod 50 DS Suspension, let your doctor know if you have/had inflammation in the bowel, kidney, or liver problems.
- Do not take antacids or anti-ulcer medications along with Safpod 50 DS Suspension, and maintain a gap of at least 2-3 hours between the two medicines.
- Pregnant and breastfeeding women should seek medical advice before starting Safpod 50 DS Suspension.
- Avoid alcohol consumption while being treated with Safpod 50 DS Suspension to prevent unpleasant side effects.
- Safpod 50 DS Suspension may cause dizziness, hence drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
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Co-administration of Safpod 50 DS Suspension 30 ml with the Cholera vaccine may reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.
How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the Cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Safpod 50 DS Suspension 30 ml or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Co-administration of Safpod 50 DS Suspension 30 ml with Heparin may enhance the levels or effects of heparin by anticoagulation (preventing blood from clotting).
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Safpod 50 DS Suspension 30 ml can be taken with Heparin if prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help with indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
- Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
- Avoid foods rich in calcium, such as grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they may hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
- Avoid the consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.
- Avoid the use of tobacco.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
No interaction is found with alcohol. However, it is better to avoid/limit alcohol intake while using Safpod 50 DS Suspension. For more information, please consult a healthcare professional.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe Safpod 50 DS Suspension only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Cefpodoxime Proxetil may pass into the breast milk when used by a nursing mother. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before starting Safpod 50 DS Suspension.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Safpod 50 DS Suspension may cause dizziness; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have liver problems before taking Safpod 50 DS Suspension.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment before taking Safpod 50 DS Suspension.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Safpod 50 DS Suspension should be used for children only if prescribed by the doctor. However, Safpod 50 DS Suspension is not recommended for children under 2 months of age, as safety and efficacy have not been established.
Heart
Inform your doctor if you have any existing heart disease. Your doctor will prescribe this medicine only if the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Safpod 50 DS Suspension should be given to elderly patients only if prescribed by a doctor. Seek medical advice if you have any concerns.
FAQs
Safpod 50 DS Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue.
Safpod 50 DS Suspension works by preventing the formation of a bacterial cell's covering, which is necessary for its survival. Thereby, it kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.
Diarrhoea is the most commonly reported side effect of Safpod 50 DS Suspension. So, it is advisable to drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy 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.
It is recommended to complete the course of Safpod 50 DS Suspension, even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it incomplete may lead to a severe infection that will stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).
Safpod 50 DS Suspension may cause stomach upset as a side effect. To avoid this, take Safpod 50 DS Suspension preferably with food. Taking Safpod 50 DS Suspension with food helps in increasing its absorption in the body.
Do not take antacids or anti-ulcer medicines along with Safpod 50 DS Suspension. Try to maintain a gap of at least 2-3 hours between the two medicines.
Safpod 50 DS Suspension may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, bloating and skin rash. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
No, Safpod 50 DS Suspension should not be taken without consulting the doctor. Safpod 50 DS Suspension is a stronger antibiotic intended for severe infections, and your doctor will prescribe it only if necessary. It is not for viral infections such as the flu. Please consult your doctor so that appropriate medication is prescribed based on your condition.
Safpod 50 DS Suspension is safe if used as per the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Yes, Safpod 50 DS Suspension is an antibiotic. It belongs to the class of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.
Safpod 50 DS Suspension usually starts working as soon as you take it. However, it may take a few days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
If you do not feel better even after completing the full course of treatment with Safpod 50 DS Suspension, inform your doctor. Also, let your doctor know if the symptoms worsen while using Safpod 50 DS Suspension.
Yes, Safpod 50 DS Suspension may be used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs). According to studies, it has better tolerance and helps to effectively treat UTI symptoms such as frequent urination, foul smelling urine, vaginal discharge, vaginal irritation, stomach pain, etc. However, it is advisable to take Safpod 50 DS Suspension only if prescribed by a doctor.
If you forget to take a dose of Safpod 50 DS Suspension, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
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