Phedex 100 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Phedex 100 Tablet Information

Phedex 100 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Phedex 100 Tablet have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Phedex 100 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Phedex 100 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Phedex 100 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Phedex 100 Tablet's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Phedex 100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Phedex 100 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Phedex 100 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Phedex 100 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Phedex Benefits & Uses
Phedex Dosage & How to Take
Phedex Side Effects
Phedex Related Warnings
Phedex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Phedex
Phedex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Phedex 100 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Phedex 100 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Phedex 100 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Phedex 100 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Phedex 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Phedex rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Phedex 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Phedex. Immediately discontinue Phedex if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Phedex 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Phedex may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Phedex 100 Tablet on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Phedex. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Phedex only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Phedex 100 Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Phedex rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Phedex 100 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phedex 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Phedex 100 Tablet

Is this Phedex 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Phedex 100 Tablet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Phedex 100 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Phedex 100 Tablet is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Phedex 100 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Phedex 100 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Phedex 100 Tablet

It is safe to take Phedex 100 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Phedex 100 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Phedex 100 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Phedex 100 Tablet

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Phedex with doxycycline?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Phedex and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Phedex work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Phedex works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Phedex?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Phedex is a brand name for cefpodoxime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Phedex help in preventing cold?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Phedex does not help in preventing cold, because common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Phedex to treat pneumonia?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, you can use Phedex to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.