Pod Plus Information

Pod Plus is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup. Secondary and off-label uses of Pod Plus have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Pod Plus depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Pod Plus side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pod Plus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

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

Pod Plus can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Pod Plus in conditions like Jaundice. The section on Pod Plus contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Pod Plus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

Pod Plus Benefits & Uses
Pod Plus Dosage & How to Take
Pod Plus Side Effects
Pod Plus Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pod Plus with Other Drugs
Pod Plus Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pod Plus
Pod Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pod Plus Benefits & Uses

Pod Plus is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Tonsillitis
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pneumonia
Bronchitis

Pod Plus 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefpodoxime (200 mg), Clavulanic Acid (125 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefpodoxime (200 mg), Clavulanic Acid (125 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefpodoxime (200 mg), Clavulanic Acid (125 mg)/Tablet

Pod Plus Related Warnings

Is the use of Pod Plus safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Pod Plus has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Pod Plus safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pod Plus. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pod Plus immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pod Plus again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pod Plus on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pod Plus. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Pod Plus on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Pod Plus. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Pod Plus only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Pod Plus on the Heart?

Side effects of Pod Plus rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Pod Plus with Other Drugs

Pod Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiloride

Methotrexate

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Mild

Allopurinol

Pod Plus Contraindications

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

Asthma
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Jaundice
Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Pod Plus

Is this Pod Plus habit forming or addictive?

Pod Plus is not addictive in nature.

Pod Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pod Plus

Taking Pod Plus with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pod Plus

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Pod Plus.