Treatment of Bacterial infections

In Treatment of Bacterial infections Cefopod 200mg Tablet kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis) lungs (pneumonia) ear abdomen urinary tract bones and joints skin blood and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Cefopod 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Cefopod 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia) urinary tract ear nasal sinus throat and skin. It kills bacteria which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.Cefopod 200mg Tablet should be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.The most common side effects of this medicine include rash nausea and diarrhea. Taking this medicine along with some food may help to prevent indigestion and upset stomach. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you. Before using it you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Cefopod 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : SAFE <p> Consuming alcohol with Cefopod 200mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Cefopod 200mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however there are limited human studies. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Cefopod 200mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.Avoid prolonged use of Cefopod 200mg Tablet since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Cefopod 200mg Tablet may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Cefopod 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefopod 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Cefopod 200mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cefopod 200mg Tablet is recommended.

If you miss a dose of Cefopod 200mg Tablet take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class :: Broad Spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI INFECTIVES|Action Class :: Cephalosporins: 3 generation

Treatment of Bacterial infections

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Q. Is Cefopod 200mg Tablet safe to use?::: Cefopod 200mg Tablet is safe to use at the prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.| Q. Can the use of Cefopod 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?::: Yes the use of Cefopod 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Cefopod 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists talk to your doctor about it.| Q. Is Cefopod 200mg Tablet an antibiotic?::: Yes Cefopod 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic it belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.| Q. Can Cefopod 200mg Tablet cause constipation?::: Yes Cefopod 200mg Tablet may cause constipation as a side effect. However taking mild laxatives may provide relief if you feel constipated. Also take a fiber-rich diet including fresh fruits vegetables whole wheat grains and avoid taking oily and spicy food as it will only worsen your condition. If your constipation gets worse please consult your doctor.| Q. Can I stop taking Cefopod 200mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?::: No do not stop taking Cefopod 200mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.| Q. How long does Cefopod 200mg Tablet take to work?::: Usually Cefopod 200mg Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.| Q. What if I do not get better after using Cefopod 200mg Tablet?::: Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.| Q. Can Cefopod 200mg Tablet treat UTI?::: Yes Cefopod 200mg Tablet may be used to treat UTI (Urinary Tract Infection). Studies suggest that it has better tolerance and helps to treat symptoms of UTI such as foul smelling urine frequent urination vaginal irritation vaginal discharge stomach pain etc. effectively. However not everyone may be prescribed Cefopod 200mg Tablet. It is advisable to take it only if prescribed by a doctor.