{"product_id":"cefpodoxime-50mg-5ml-suspension-60ml","title":"Cefpodoxime 50mg\/5ml Suspension 60ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCefpodoxime\u003c\/b\u003e is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic prescribed to treat a wide range of bacterial infections by stopping the growth of bacteria. It is ineffective against viral infections like colds or the flu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat It Treats\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRespiratory infections:\u003c\/b\u003e Community-acquired pneumonia, acute bronchitis exacerbations, acute maxillary sinusitis, pharyngitis, and tonsillitis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOther bacterial infections:\u003c\/b\u003e Acute otitis media (middle ear infection in children), uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs), and uncomplicated gonococcal infections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDosage and Administration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdults and adolescents (12+ years):\u003c\/b\u003e Typically taken as \u003cb\u003e100 mg to 400 mg every 12 hours\u003c\/b\u003e depending on the specific infection. Tablets should be taken \u003cb\u003ewith food\u003c\/b\u003e to enhance absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInfants and children (2 months to 12 years):\u003c\/b\u003e Typically dosed at \u003cb\u003e10 mg\/kg\/day\u003c\/b\u003e divided into two doses every 12 hours (up to maximum adult limits). The oral suspension can be taken with or without food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRenal adjustments:\u003c\/b\u003e Patients with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance \u0026lt;30 mL\/min) require extended dosing intervals (every 24 hours).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon and Serious Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCommon side effects:\u003c\/b\u003e Diarrhea or loose stools, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, and vaginal fungal infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSerious warnings:\u003c\/b\u003e Can cause severe \u003ci\u003eClostridioides difficile\u003c\/i\u003e-associated diarrhea (watery or bloody stools with cramps or fever), severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis, skin rashes like Stevens-Johnson syndrome), and secondary fungal or bacterial overgrowths with prolonged use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrug Interactions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAntacids and H2 blockers:\u003c\/b\u003e High doses of antacids (sodium bicarbonate, aluminum hydroxide) or H2 receptor antagonists significantly reduce the absorption and peak plasma levels of cefpodoxime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eProbenecid:\u003c\/b\u003e Inhibits renal excretion of the drug, increasing its overall blood concentration (AUC).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54076937765164,"sku":null,"price":805.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/cefpodoxime-50mg-5ml-suspension-60ml","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}