Cepodem 50Mg/5Ml Syrup

Cepodem syrup is used for treating mild infections caused by bacteria. Most commonly, it is used to treat infections like bronchitis, urinary tract infections, infections that develop in the ear, throat, or nose, and gonorrhoea. It treats these infections by not the bacteria from growing further.

Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding must consult doctor before using this medication. Missed dose of this drug should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Urinary Tract Infection

• Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis

• Gonococcal Infection

• Cystitis

• Sinusitis

• Allergy

• Diarrhoea

• Abdominal Pain

• Joint Pain

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of effect lasts for 24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset of action occurs anytime after an 1 hour after taking it.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  No, it is not safe for pregnant women as it can affect the foetus

• Is it habit forming?

  There are no habit forming tendencies reported with this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  No, this medication is not safe for breastfeeding women as it can affect the baby.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is not safe with alcohol. If you experience certain symptoms such as drowsiness or disorientation, then you must speak to your doctor immediately.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  As some of the side effects include problems with breathing, it is not advisable to drive after taking this medication.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Patients who have impaired kidney function should not take this as it can lead to more kidney problems.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Patients who have impaired liver function should not take this as it can lead to more liver problems, including liver failure.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cepodem 50Mg/5Ml Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Ramcef O Syrup

  Ramose Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose, you should take one as soon as you remember that you’ve missed the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  If you have overdosed this medication, you must consult your doctor immediately. Certain signs of overdose include weakness and confusion.

This drug belongs to 3rd generation cephalosporins. It works as a bactericidal by binding to the penicillin-binding proteins and inhibits the bacterial cell wall synthesis.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Urine Ketones Test

  Inform the doctor if you are advised to undergo this test.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  These tablets can have adverse interactions with certain medications. These include cholera vaccine, amikacin, Furosemide, ethinyl estradiol, warfarin, chloramphenicol, and nifedipine.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  It can have negative interactions with certain diseases. These include Colitis, impaired kidney function, and impaired liver function.