Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid

Uses	Bacterial infections
Therapy	Antibiotic
Side Effects	Headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain

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Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and infections of the skin, nose, throat, and urinary tract. Its active ingredients are cefpodoxime, which kills bacteria to help cure the infection, and lactic acid, which supports gut health during antibiotic use. Take Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid exactly as prescribed by your doctor, including the correct dose and duration of treatment. To reduce stomach upset, it should be taken with food. Before starting this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Also, make sure to share your full medical history to ensure safe use.

Uses

Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid is used to treat bacterial infections, including those of the respiratory tract (such as bronchitis and pneumonia), as well as infections of the skin, ear, sinus, throat, and tonsils. It is also used to treat urinary tract infections, gonorrhoea, and other infections of the genital organs in both males and females.

Contraindications

When should one not use Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid

If you are allergic to Cefpodoxime, Lactic acid or any other ingredients of Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid.
If you have a history of a severe allergic reaction to Penicillin or other Beta-Lactam antibiotics.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Diarrhoea

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

As there is limited information about the use of Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid during pregnancy, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby before starting this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Components of Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid are known to pass into the breastmilk but in small amounts. However, it can be used while breastfeeding. In case of diarrhoea or mucosal fungal infection in the breastfed baby, consult your doctor for further information.

Driving

You may feel dizzy while taking Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid. Caution is needed while driving or operating machines.

Alcohol

There is no known interaction with alcohol and Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid. However, it is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of drinking regularly.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You experience any severe allergic reactions after taking Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid.
You have any problems with your kidney.
You have a history of stomach and intestine disease.
You develop watery and bloody diarrhoea.
You have had an allergy to medicines called Cephalosporins or Penicillins.
You are using any Beta-lactam antibacterial medicines.
You do not notice any improvement in your condition while on treatment.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Cefpodoxime works by controlling the growth of bacteria and killing them by inhibiting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
Medicines used to treat acidity like Cimetidine, Ranitidine, medicines used to treat gout (Probenecid), medicines used to thin your blood (oral anticoagulants) should be used with caution along with Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid.

Interactions with food items

Food increases the absorption of Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid. Thus, your doctor may recommend you take it with or after having your meal.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose include stomach pain, diarrhoea, headache, nausea and vomiting.
If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, you should not take Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid without consulting the doctor. This medicine is a higher antibiotic meant for severe infections and your doctor will prescribe you the same only if it is essential. This medication is not for viral infections and generally, flu occurs due to viruses.

No, finish the full course of the treatment, even if you feel better. Though you start feeling better, there is still infection-causing bacteria present in the body, which can make the infection return in a few days. Also, when one does not complete the course, these few bacteria later become resistant to these antibiotics and cause severe infections, which are difficult to treat. Hence, always finish the course with Cefpodoxime+Lactic Acid as prescribed by your doctor.

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