Product Description:

• This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.


• This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic.


• it works by stopping the growth of bacteria.


• Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Cefodox suspension is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of infections such as:

• Pneumonia, Sinusitis, Cystitis, Gonococcal Infection, Etc. Caused by bacteria.

This medicine is not recommended for use in case of:

• Common cold, flu or viral infections since it is active against infections caused by bacteria only.


• This is a prescription only medicine.

How To Use:

Take this medication by mouth, usually every 12 hours or as directed by your doctor.

If you are using the tablet form of this medication:

• Take it with food to help increase the absorption of the drug.

If you are using the suspension form of this medication:

• Take it with or without food.


• Shake the bottle well before each dose.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.

 In children:

• The dose is also based on weight.

Acute Bronchitis and Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Bronchitis:

• 200 mg orally every 12 hours for 10 days.

Acute Community-Acquired Pneumonia:

• 200 mg orally every 12 hours for 14 days.

Acute Maxillary Sinusitis:

Adult:

200 mg orally every 12 hours for 10 days

Pediatric:

Infants under 2 months:

• Safety and efficacy not established.

Infants 2 months – Children 12 years:

• 5 mg/kg orally every 12 hours for 10 days; individual doses not to exceed 200 mg.

Children over 12 years:

• 200 mg orally every 12 hours for 10 days.

Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis:

Adult:

• 100 mg orally every 12 hours for 5-10 days.

Pediatric:

Infants under 2 months:

• Safety and efficacy not established.

Infants 2 months – Children 12 years:

• 5 mg/kg orally every 12 hours for 5-10 days; individual doses not to exceed 100 mg.

Children over 12 years:

• 100 mg orally every 12 hours for 5-10 days.

Skin/Skin Structure Infections:

• 400 mg orally every 12 hours for 7-14 days.

Acute Otitis Media:

Pediatric:

Infants under 2 months:

• Safety And Efficacy Not Established.

Infants 2 months – Children 12 years:

• 5 mg/kg orally every 12 hours for 5 days; individual doses not to exceed 200 mg.

Children over 12 years:

• 200 mg orally every 12 hours for 5 days.

Gonorrhea:

Uncomplicated gonorrhea in men and women; rectal gonococcal infections in women:

• 200 mg orally once.

Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections:

• 100 mg orally every 12 hours for 7-14 days.

Warnings And Precautions:

Before taking cefpodoxime tell your doctor or pharmacist if you:

• Are allergic to it; or to penicillins or other cephalosporin antibiotics (such as cephalexin); or if you have any other allergies.


• This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:

• kidney disease.


• stomach/intestinal disease (such as colitis).


• This medication may cause live bacterial vaccines (such as typhoid vaccine) to not work well.


• Tell your health care professional that you are using this medication before having any immunizations/vaccinations.


• Kidney function declines as you grow older. This medication is removed by the kidneys.


• Elderly people may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug.


• During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed.


• Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.


• This drug passes into breast milk and could have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Ingredients:

• Cefpodoxime 100 mg/5 ml oral suspension.

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