Cefpodoxime is a drug used to treat diseases caused by bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, gonorrhea, ear infections, skin infections, or urinary tract infections.This drug is available in the form of a liquid suspension and tablets.
Cefpodoxime is a cephalosporin antibiotic drug that works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause infection in the body. Cefpodoxime belongs to the class of antibiotics broad spectrum (broad spectrum) which can be used to treat various types of bacterial infections.
Cefpodoxime trademarks: Banadoz
What is Cefpodoxime?
| group | Cephalosporin class of antibiotics |
| Category | Prescription drugs |
| Benefit | Overcoming bacterial infections |
| Used by | Adults and children |
| Cefpodoxime for pregnant and lactating women | Category B:Studies in animal studies have not shown any risk to the fetus, but there are no controlled studies in pregnant women. It is not known whether Cefpodoxime is absorbed through breast milk or not. If you are breastfeeding, do not use this medicine without telling your doctor. |
| Drug form | Tablets and liquid suspension |
Warnings Before Using Cefpodoxime:
- Do not use cefpodoxime if you have a history of allergies to this drug or to other cephalosporins, such as cefaclor or ceftriaxone.
- Tell your doctor if you have a history of allergies to penicillin antibiotics.
- Avoid using cefpodoxime in infants younger than 2 months of age.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking certain medications, such as antacids, cimetidine, diuretics, or probenecid, and herbal products and supplements.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease and digestive disorders, such as colitis.
- Tell your doctor if you want certain vaccinations, such as the typhoid vaccine, BCG vaccine, or cholera vaccine.
- Tell your doctor if you have a history of phenyltchenuria. Cefpodoxime suspension may have added sweetener or aspartame in it.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
- See your doctor right away if you have an allergic reaction or overdose after using this medicine.
Dosage and Instructions for Use of Cefpodoxime
The dose of cefpodoxime varies in each patient. The doctor will give the dose and determine the length of treatment according to the patient's condition. The following is a breakdown of cefpodoxime doses based on the conditions being treated:
Condition: bronchitis or respiratory tract infections
- Mature: 100–200 mg, every 12 hours for 10 days
- Children aged 2 months–12 years: 4 mg/kg, every 12 hours. The maximum dose in children is 200 mg, per day
Condition:acute otitis media
- Children aged 2 months–12 years: 4-5 mg/kg, every 12 hours for 5 days
- Maximum dose: 200 mg per day
Condition: gonorrhea
- Mature: 200 mg single dose
Condition: skin infection
- Mature: 200–400 mg, every 12 hours for 7–14 days
- Children aged 2 months–12 years: 4 mg/kg, every 12 hours. The maximum dose in children is 200 mg, per day
Condition: urinary tract infection
- Mature: 100 mg, every 12 hours for 7 days
- Children aged 2 months–12 years: 4 mg/kg, every 12 hours
How to Take Cefpodoxime Correctly
Follow your doctor's advice and read the instructions on the medicine package before using cefpodoxime. Do not increase or decrease the dose without consulting your doctor first.
Cefpodoxime is available in tablet and liquid form as a suspension. Cefpodoxime tablets should be taken after meals. While cefpodoxime liquid suspension can be taken before or after meals.
If you are taking cefpodoxime liquid suspension, be sure to shake it before taking it. Use the measuring spoon provided in the package for a more precise dose.
Do not stop taking cefpodoxime suddenly, without consulting your doctor first. Use this drug until it runs out even though the symptoms you feel have improved.
Store this medication at room temperature. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, and keep out of reach of children.
Interactions of Cefpodoxime with Other Drugs
Cefpodoxime has the potential to cause interactions with a number of drugs when used together. The following are some of the interactions that can occur:
- Decreased effectiveness of BCG vaccine, cholera vaccine, and typhoid vaccine
- Increased effectiveness of warfarin and increased risk of bleeding
- Increased blood levels of cefpodoxime when used with probenecid
- Decreased effectiveness of the drug when used with proton pump inhibitors or antacids
- Increased risk of kidney damage if used with aminoglycoside antibiotics and diuretics
Cefpodoxime Side Effects and Dangers
The use of cefpodoxime has the potential to cause a number of side effects, including:
- Diarrhea
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Joint and muscle pain
- Stomach ache
Check with a doctor if the complaints mentioned above do not subside or get worse. See your doctor right away if you have an allergic reaction to a drug or experience more serious side effects, such as:
- Tired and feeling weak
- Irregular heartbeat or arrhythmia
- Signs of infection, such as fever
- Bloody or mucus diarrhea
- Seizures
