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CEFPODOXIME-100MG
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
ANTIBIOTICS
India
Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
Other Info - MAC0068

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Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.
Diarrhoea is the common side effect of Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's. Drink lots of water and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you observe blood in stools (tarry stools) or have severe diarrhoea (vomiting or watery stool), immediately consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
It is recommended to complete the course of Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic-resistance).
Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's may cause stomach upset as a side effect. To avoid this, take Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's preferably with food. Taking Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's with food helps in increasing its absorption in the body.
Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's may affect the results of urine tests for sugar and blood tests known as coomb’s test (antiglobulin test). Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's induces a positive direct Coombs test giving a false positive test. Therefore, inform the person performing the tests that you are taking Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's.
Do not take antacids and anti-ulcer medicines along with Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's. Try to maintain at least a gap of 2-3 hours between both. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's.
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Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's belongs to the group of cephalosporin antibiotics used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's contains 'Cefpodoxime', which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering (cell wall), which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of bacterial infections.

In some cases, Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea (watery or loose stool), abdominal pain, loss of appetite, bloating, skin rash and itching. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Talk to your doctor if you have/had inflammation in the bowel, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects. 

Bacterial infections 

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Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called 'cephalosporins' used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria. Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Tablet/capsule: Swallow the tablet/capsule as a whole with water; do not crush, chew or break it.Syrup/Suspension/Drops/Oral solution: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper. Shake the bottle well before each use.Dry syrup: Check the label for directions before use. Shake the bottle well to loosen the powder, and add water up to the mark on the bottle and shake well. Take it as advised by the doctor.Dispersible tablet/Tablet DT: Check the label for directions before use. Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.
  • Diarrhoea (loose or watery stool)
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Bloating

Do not take Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's if you are allergic to cefpodoxime or any antibiotics. Before taking Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's, let your doctor know if you have/had inflammation in bowel, kidney or liver problems. Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's to prevent unpleasant side effects. Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. 

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CefpodoximeCholera, live attenuated
Severe
CefpodoximeHeparin
Severe
CefpodoximeCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Macpod 100-DT Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Macpod 100-DT Tablet 10's with the Cholera vaccine may reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the Cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Macpod 100-DT Tablet 10's or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CefpodoximeHeparin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Macpod 100-DT Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Macpod 100-DT Tablet 10's with Heparin may enhance the levels or effects of heparin by anticoagulation (preventing blood from clotting).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Macpod 100-DT Tablet 10's can be taken with Heparin if prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.
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CEFPODOXIME-100MGOther bacterial intestinal infections
Severe
CEFPODOXIME-100MGDisorders resulting from impaired renal tubular function
Moderate
CEFPODOXIME-100MGOther bacterial intestinal infections
Severe
How does the disease interact with Macpod 100-DT Tablet 10's:
Almost all antibacterial medications have been associated to reports of Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD), formerly known as pseudomembranous colitis. It can vary from mild diarrhoea to deadly colitis. Clindamycin and lincomycin are two of the most frequent offenders.

How to manage the interaction:
Antibiotics may cause Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD), which may range from mild diarrhoea to fatal colitis. Appropriate fluid and electrolyte management, protein supplementation, antibacterial treatment of C difficile, and surgical evaluation is advised.
CEFPODOXIME-100MGDisorders resulting from impaired renal tubular function
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Macpod 100-DT Tablet 10's:
The kidneys remove the majority of beta-lactam antibiotics as unaltered drugs and, in certain situations, as metabolites as well. In individuals with poor renal function, the blood concentrations of beta-lactam antibiotics and their metabolites may rise and their half-lives may be prolonged. According to the particular product package labelling, dosage modifications may be required. These alterations should be based on the severity of the infection as well as the degree of renal impairment. Renal function tests should be carried out on a regular basis during extended and/or high-dose therapy since these medicines have occasionally been linked to nephrotoxicity and changes in renal function.

How to manage the interaction:
The serum concentration may be increased in patients with impaired kidney function. Dose adjustment may be necessary for patients with kidney dysfunction. Regular renal function tests are advised.
CEFPODOXIME-100MGAbnormal serum enzyme levels
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Macpod 100-DT Tablet 10's:
Certain cephalosporins have been associated with cases of hepatitis. There has also been a brief increase in the levels of AST, ALT, and alkaline phosphatase. Patients with hepatic problems should be treated with caution and under close observation when using these medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Caution and monitoring is recommended in patients with liver disorders.
CEFPODOXIME-100MGEpilepsy
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Macpod 100-DT Tablet 10's:
It has been suggested that cephalosporins can cause seizures. In particular in patients with a history of epilepsy and/or where prescribed doses of cephalosporins were exceeded because of renal impairment, cephalosporins have been associated with nonconvulsive status epilepticus (NCSE), encephalopathy, coma, asterixis, neuromuscular excitability, and myoclonia. Depending on the creatinine clearance, change the dosage. In individuals with known seizure disorders, anticonvulsant medication should be maintained. Patients should get a neurological exam to see if medication should be stopped if CNS side effects like seizures happen.

How to manage the interaction:
Cephalosporin antibiotics may trigger seizures. Dose adjustment may be needed.
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • WARFARIN
  • CALCIUM+VITAMIN D3
  • SODIUM BICARBONATE
  • ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE
  • MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
  • CIMETIDINE
  • RANITIDINE
  • LORATADINE
  • PROBENECID
No
  • If CDAD (clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea) is confirmed, then appropriate fluid and electrolyte management, protein supplementation, antibiotic treatment of C. difficile, and surgical evaluation should be instituted as clinically indicated. 

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Macpod 100 mg Dt Tablet 10's Substitute

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