Cefpodoxime proxetil is indicated for the treatment of patients with mild to moderate infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the conditions listed below. Recommended dosages, durations of therapy, and applicable patient populations vary among these infections.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cefpodoxime proxetil. Full label: DailyMed.
Cefpodoxime proxetil is indicated for the treatment of patients with mild to moderate infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the conditions listed below. Recommended dosages, durations of therapy, and applicable patient populations vary among these infections. Please see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION for specific recommendations. Acute otitis media caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae (excluding penicillin-resistant strains), Streptococcus pyogenes, Haemophilusinfluenzae (including beta-lactamase-producing strains), or Moraxella (Branhamella) catarrhalis (including beta-lactamase-producing strains). Pharyngitis and/or tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. NOTE: Only penicillin by the intramuscular route of administration has been shown to be effective in the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cefpodoxime proxetil. Full label: DailyMed.
(See INDICATIONS AND USAGE for indicated pathogens.) Film-coated Tablets Cefpodoxime Proxetil Tablets, USP should be administered orally with food to enhance absorption.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Cefpodoxime proxetil is contraindicated in patients with a known allergy to cefpodoxime or to the cephalosporin group of antibiotics.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
BEFORE THERAPY WITH CEFPODOXIME PROXETIL IS INSTITUTED, CAREFUL INQUIRY SHOULD BE MADE TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE PATIENT HAS HAD PREVIOUS HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTIONS TO CEFPODOXIME, OTHER CEPHALOSPORINS, PENICILLINS, OR OTHER DRUGS. IF CEFPODOXIME IS TO BE ADMINISTERED TO PENICILLIN SENSITIVE PATIENTS, CAUTION SHOULD BE EXERCISED BECAUSE CROSS HYPERSENSITIVITY AMONG BETA-LACTAM ANTIBIOTICS HAS BEEN CLEARLY DOCUMENTED AND MAY OCCUR IN UP TO 10% OF PATIENTS WITH A HISTORY OF PENICILLIN ALLERGY. IF AN ALLERGIC REACTION TO CEFPODOXIME PROXETIL OCCURS, DISCONTINUE THE DRUG.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Clinical Trials Film-coated Tablets (Multiple dose) In clinical trials using multiple doses of cefpodoxime proxetil film-coated tablets, 4696 patients were treated with the recommended dosages of cefpodoxime (100 to 400 mg Q 12 hours). There were no deaths or permanent disabilities thought related to drug toxicity.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
4216 products from 1766 makers in the NepalDoc medicine catalog use this generic:
| Brand | Composition | Maker | Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aardox 100mg Tablet | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg) | Aarcin Pharmaceutical LLP | strip of 10 tablets |
| AB Doxin 100mg Tablet DT | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg) | American Biocare | strip of 10 tablet dt |
| AB Doxin 200mg Tablet | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) | American Biocare | strip of 10 tablets |
| AB Doxin 50mg Suspension | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg) | American Biocare | bottle of 30 ml Suspension |
| Abipod 200 Tablet DT | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) | Abiba Pharmacia Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablet dt |
| Abipod 50mg Tablet DT | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg) | Abiba Pharmacia Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablet dt |
| Abodox 200mg Tablet | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) | Abony Healthcare Limited | strip of 10 tablets |
| Abt Pod 100mg Dry Syrup | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg/5ml) | Advok Pharmacia Private Limited | bottle of 30 ml Dry Syrup |
| Abt Pod 100mg Tablet | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg) | Advok Pharmacia Private Limited | strip of 10 tablets |
| Acedox O 200mg Tablet | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) | Acela Healthcare Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Acef 100mg Tablet DT | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg) | Adventure Life Sciences Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablet dt |
| Acef Syrup | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg) | Adventure Life Sciences Pvt Ltd | bottle of 30 ml Syrup |
| Acefo 200mg Tablet | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) | Acme Pharmaceutical | strip of 10 tablets |
| Acefo 50mg Dry Syrup | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg) | Acme Pharmaceutical | bottle of 30 ml Dry Syrup |
| Aconpod 200 Tablet DT | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) | Aconwell Pharma Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablet dt |
| Aconpod 50mg Dry Syrup | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg) | Aconwell Pharma Pvt Ltd | bottle of 30 ml Dry Syrup |
| Actapod 100mg Tablet DT | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg) | Shankus Acme Pharma Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablet dt |
| Actipod 50 Dry Syrup Orange-Lemon | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg) | Ekansh Pharma | bottle of 30 ml Oral Suspension |
| Acxime 200mg Tablet DT | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) | Allencia Biosciences | strip of 10 tablet dt |
| Addox 100mg Dry Syrup | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg) | Healthkey Lifescience Pvt. Ltd. | bottle of 30 ml Dry Syrup |
| Addox 100mg Tablet | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg) | Healthkey Lifescience Pvt. Ltd. | strip of 10 tablets |
| Addox 200mg Tablet | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) | Healthkey Lifescience Pvt. Ltd. | strip of 10 tablets |
| Addox 50mg Dry Syrup | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg) | Healthkey Lifescience Pvt. Ltd. | bottle of 30 ml Dry Syrup |
| Addox 50mg Tablet | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg) | Healthkey Lifescience Pvt. Ltd. | strip of 10 tablets |
| Addpod 50mg Syrup | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg) | Haeal Pharma | bottle of 30 ml Syrup |
| Addpod Syrup | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg/5ml) | Haeal Pharma | bottle of 30 ml Syrup |
| Adicef 200mg Tablet | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) | Organic Laboratories | strip of 1 Tablet |
| Adicef O 200mg Tablet | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) | Adison Pharmaceuticals | strip of 10 tablets |
| Adicef-O Oral Suspension | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg/5ml) | Adison Pharmaceuticals | bottle of 30 ml Oral Suspension |
| Adipod 100mg Dry Syrup | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg) | Oddiant Formulations | bottle of 30 ml Dry Syrup |
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Brand list from the NepalDoc medicine catalog. Availability varies by pharmacy — call ahead to confirm stock.
Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label.
This page is information only and is not medical advice. Medicine details come from the sources listed above and may change — always confirm the medicine, strength and dose with a pharmacist or doctor before use. A catalog listing does not guarantee that a medicine is in stock at any pharmacy.
