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Efpod is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. The alternative uses of Efpod have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Efpod depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Efpod as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Efpod are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Efpod's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Efpod related warnings talks about Efpod's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Efpod is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Efpod are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Efpod have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Efpod, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Efpod is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Efpod is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Efpod safe for pregnant women?
Efpod has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Efpod safe during breastfeeding?
Efpod can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Efpod on the Kidneys?
Efpod 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.
What is the effect of Efpod on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Efpod. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Efpod on the Heart?
Efpod has very mild side effects on the heart.
Efpod should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Efpod unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Efpod habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Efpod is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Efpod
Taking Efpod with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Efpod
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Efpod.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311