Cefpodoxime Tablet (Cefpodoxime Proxetil)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer cefpodoxime 100mg (potency) orally twice daily after meals. For severe infections or when the response is considered inadequate, administer 200mg (potency) orally twice daily after meals. The dose may be adjusted appropriately according to age, symptoms, etc.

This medication should not be used in patients who have previously experienced severe allergic reactions or shock due to this medication. This medication contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Patients allergic to any ingredients in this medication or to cephalosporin antibiotics should generally not be treated with it, but may use it carefully if absolutely necessary. Patients with a history of allergy to penicillin antibiotics or those with a tendency for allergic reactions such as asthma, rashes, or hives in themselves or their family should use it with caution. Patients with severely impaired kidney function may experience delayed excretion of this medication, so it should be administered with caution. Patients who have difficulty taking oral medications, those receiving parenteral nutrition, elderly patients, or those in poor general health should be monitored closely for symptoms of vitamin K deficiency. This medication can rarely cause serious allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis, so the patient's condition should be monitored closely during administration. If hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rash, hives, itching, or fever occur, administration should be stopped immediately and appropriate treatment sought. Rarely, severe colitis may occur in the gastrointestinal tract, so if abdominal pain or diarrhea manifests, use should be discontinued immediately. If respiratory symptoms such as cough or shortness of breath occur, administration should be stopped and corticosteroid therapy may be required. Abnormalities such as eosinophilia and thrombocytopenia may be detected in blood tests, thus regular check-ups are necessary. There may be confusion, seizures, or other symptoms in the nervous system if dosage adjustments are not made in patients with impaired kidney function. Serious skin adverse reactions may occur, so if skin changes such as rash or blisters appear, administration should be stopped immediately. Liver function test values may rise, so regular liver function tests are necessary. Kidney function deterioration may occur, thus monitoring through blood tests and kidney function evaluation is important. Oral thrush or candidiasis, due to bacterial overgrowth, may occur during the use of this medication. Rarely, bleeding tendency or vitamin B deficiency symptoms due to vitamin K deficiency may occur, so caution is warranted. Dizziness may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. For prolonged use beyond 10 days, it is advisable to check the white blood cell count through blood tests. In patients with impaired kidney function, dosage adjustment is necessary, and if seizures occur, administration should be stopped immediately. This medication should be administered with caution when used with other diuretics or aminoglycoside antibiotics, as it may affect kidney function. The safety of this medication during pregnancy has not been established, so pregnant or potentially pregnant women should consult with a doctor before taking it. Breastfeeding women should refrain from breastfeeding as this medication may be excreted in breast milk. Safety in neonates and pediatrics has not been established, so caution is necessary. Elderly individuals may be more susceptible to adverse reactions due to declining physiological function, so dosage and intervals should be carefully adjusted and their condition should be observed.

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This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle