| Active Ingredient | Cefpodoxime Proxetil |
| Brand | Cefocar |
| Country of origin | India |
| Form | Oral tablets |
Cefocar Tablet is an antibiotic prescribed for infections caused by bacteria in your body. It has the active compound Cefpodoxime Proxetil that works by stopping bacterial growth and helping your body to fight infections.
Clinical Uses
Cefocar Tablets are primarily used for the treatment of bacterial infections in your body. It is used to treat infections of the respiratory tract, urinary tract, ear, nose, throat and skin.
However, Cefocar tablets do not work against viral infections, such as the common cold or flu.
Dosage Strengths
Cefocar Tablets are available in dosage strengths of 100mg and 200mg. For the appropriate dosage, consult your doctor.
How It Works
Cefocar Tablet contains Cefpodoxime proxetil, an antibiotic that works by preventing bacteria from forming their protective cell walls. This weakens the bacterial cells and helps kill the bacteria causing the infection in your body.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Cefocar tablets include-
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Dizziness
Precautions & Warnings
- Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Cefocar tablets.
- Driving and operating heavy machinery is not recommended.
- Take Cefocar as prescribed and complete the full course even if you feel better to help prevent the infection from returning.
- Inform your healthcare professional if you have kidney or liver disease or any other health condition.
- If you experience an allergic reaction or any severe side effects inform your doctor promptly.
Drug Interactions
Cefocar Cefpodoxime Proxetil tablets should not be taken with the following medicine-
- Cimetidine
- Mycophenolic acid
- Typhoid vaccine
- Cholera Vaccine
- Warfarin
- Sodium Bicarbonate
- Neomycin
- Sodium Citrate
It is important to note that this is not a complete list of all the possible drug interactions of Cefocar (Cefpodoxime Proxetil). Always consult a doctor before taking any medicine with this antibiotic.
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