Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup Information
Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup contraindications section.
Additionally, Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup Benefits & Uses
Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Other Benefits
Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup 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.
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Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Cepodem has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
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Is the use of Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Cepodem. If you see any side effects, stop taking Cepodem immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Cepodem again, only after your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cepodem. 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 Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup on the Liver?
Cepodem 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 Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup on the Heart?
Cepodem may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup with Other Drugs
Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Pseudomonas Infections
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
Frequently asked Questions about Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup
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Is this Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup is not addictive in nature.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup since it does not cause drowsiness.
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Is it safe?
Yes, Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup is safe for use.
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Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup
Taking Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup with food does not harm your health.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cepodem 50 Mg/5 ml Syrup.
Unknown
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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
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