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Podo Benefits & Uses

Podo is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Podo 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

Podo Related Warnings

Is the use of Podo safe for pregnant women?

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

Mild
Is the use of Podo safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Podo. Immediately discontinue Podo 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 Podo on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Podo. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Podo on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Podo on the Heart?

Podo has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Podo with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Podo Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Podo

Is this Podo habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Podo is addictive.

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

Podo does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Podo is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Podo for mental disorders.

No

Podo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Podo

Taking Podo with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Podo

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Podo

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Podo?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Podo can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Podo help in preventing cold?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Podo 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 about 5 years ago

How to take Podo?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Podo should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Podo with doxycycline?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Podo 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Podo with azithromycin?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Avoid taking Podo with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.