Cefoprox 100 Mg

Cefoprox 100 Mg

Cefoprox 100 Mg Dry Syrup is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of infections such as pneumonia, sinusitis, cystitis, gonococcal infection, etc. caused by bacteria. Cefoprox 100 Mg medicine is not recommended for use in case of a common cold, flu or viral infections since it is active against infections caused by bacteria only. It is not recommended for use in infants less than 2 months of age.

Cefoprox 100 Mg Dry Syrup also causes certain side effects. Some common side effects includes diarrhea, stomach pain, gas, heartburn, nausea and vomiting. Cefoprox 100 Mg side effects usually go away on their own. But if these symptoms are severe, you should take medical help. Some of the side effects are very severe. Cefoprox 100 Mg includes itching of the vagina, white vaginal discharge, dark urine, stomach cramps, rash, itching, hives, difficulty in breathing, wheezing, swelling of face ,tongue throat etc.

Drug = Cefpodoxime

Strength = 100 Mg

Manufacture = Cipla Ltd

How to take

Take Cefoprox 100 Mg medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Cefoprox 100 mg/5ml Dry Syrup is to be taken with food.

Dosage

Cefoprox 100 Mg

Cefoprox 200 Mg

Side effects

Diarrhea

Abdominal pain

Dark or Clay colored stools

Decreased appetite

Acid or sour stomach

Excessive gas in stomach

Joint pain

Change in taste

Change in color/odor of vaginal discharge

Blurred vision

Warning

Pregnancy = Cefoprox 100 Mg medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking Cefoprox 100 Mg medicine.

Breast-feeding = Cefoprox 100 Mg medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking Cefoprox 100 Mg medicine. If Cefoprox 100 Mg medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired side effects is necessary.

Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea = Antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora of the large intestine, which may promote the growth of a bacteria called Clostridium difficile and you may experience severe diarrhea as a result. Report any such incidence to the doctor on priority and avoid usage of Cefoprox 100 Mg medicine in such cases.

Uses

Cefoprox 100 Mg medicine is used for the treatment of acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, a condition characterized by sudden worsening of chronic symptoms such as a cough, shortness of breath, wheezing, etc. associated with chronic bronchitis.

Cefoprox 100 Mg medicine is used in the treatment of cystitis, a bladder infection caused by bacteria such as E. coli, Enterococci, Klebsiella pneumonia, etc.