Dongsung Cefpodoxime Proxetil Tablet

Adult dose

(Tablet) ○ Adults: Administer 100mg (potency) of cefpodoxime orally twice daily after meals. If the infection is severe or the response is considered inadequate, administer 200mg (potency) orally twice daily after meals. Adjust the dose appropriately according to age, symptoms, etc.

Child dose

(Dry syrup) ○ Infants and children: Suspend before use and administer 3mg (potency) of cefpodoxime per Kg of body weight orally 2～3 times daily. ○ Infants and children: For severe cases or cases considered to have an inadequate response, administer 4.5mg (potency) per Kg of body weight orally 3 times daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to age, symptoms, etc.

This drug should not be used in patients who have experienced severe allergic reactions or shock due to this drug in the past. This drug contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with genetic illnesses that cause difficulty in digesting lactose. Patients with allergies to this drug's ingredients or to similar classes of antibiotics should generally not be given this drug unless in special circumstances, and it should be used very cautiously when necessary. Patients with a history of allergy to penicillin antibiotics should also be cautious. Patients with bronchial asthma or a predisposition to allergic reactions such as skin rashes and hives should exercise caution when using this drug. Patients with severely impaired kidney function may have delayed excretion of this drug, so dosage adjustment and monitoring are required. Patients who have difficulty swallowing oral medications, those who receive nutritional support non-orally, elderly patients, and those in poor general condition may exhibit vitamin K deficiency symptoms, so their condition should be monitored closely. This drug can rarely cause severe allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis, so if symptoms like discomfort, abnormal sensations in the mouth, shortness of breath, dizziness, tinnitus, or sweating occur during administration, use must be stopped immediately. Discontinue use and seek appropriate treatment if skin rashes, hives, itching, fever, lymph node swelling, joint pain, or other symptoms are observed. Gastrointestinal symptoms can rarely include severe colitis, so if abdominal pain or frequent diarrhea occurs, use should be stopped immediately and a doctor consulted. If respiratory symptoms like cough, shortness of breath, or fever arise, treatment should be stopped and medical attention sought. Regular blood tests are necessary as there may be changes in white blood cell or platelet counts. Neurological issues may arise, especially in patients with poor kidney function, where seizures or behavioral changes may occur, necessitating caution. Severe skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis may occur, so skin condition should be monitored closely. Regular tests may be necessary as liver function test levels may rise. Symptoms of kidney function impairment may also occur, so blood and urine tests are needed to confirm the condition. Mouth inflammation or Candida infections can occur rarely. Symptoms of vitamin K deficiency or vitamin B group deficiency may appear, so their condition should be monitored closely. Headaches, edema, weakness, sensory disturbances have also been reported rarely. To prevent the development of resistant strains, this drug should be used for the minimum necessary duration and administered according to susceptibility testing. To prevent allergic reactions, thorough medical history and skin reaction testing is advisable beforehand. Dizziness may occur during use, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. If administered for more than 10 days, white blood cell counts should be monitored through blood tests. In patients with impaired kidney function, dose adjustments are necessary, and if seizures occur, administration should be stopped immediately. Severe skin reactions may occur, so patients should be informed about symptoms, and if abnormal signs are found, the medication should be stopped immediately. This drug may place a burden on the kidneys when used with diuretics or certain antibiotics, necessitating caution. Depending on certain medications, blood concentrations of this drug may change, so consultation with a doctor is important. The safety of this drug during pregnancy has not been established, so it should only be used when absolutely necessary, and breastfeeding women are advised to stop breastfeeding. The safety of this drug in children and newborns has not been sufficiently confirmed, so caution is required. Elderly patients have reduced bodily functions, leading to a higher incidence of adverse reactions, so dosing intervals and amounts must be adjusted carefully. This drug can affect certain clinical test results, so it is important to inform the doctor prior to testing. Syrup formulations should be refrigerated after preparation and used within 2 weeks, and they should be well shaken before use.

Shock, anaphylactic reaction, discomfort, oral abnormal sensation, wheezing, dizziness, feces issues, tinnitus, sweating, rash, urticaria, erythema, itching, fever, lymphadenopathy, arthralgia, pseudomembranous colitis, blood in stool, severe colitis, abdominal pain, frequent diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loose stools, stomach pain, decreased appetite, discomfort in the upper abdomen, constipation, fever, cough, difficulty breathing, interstitial pneumonia, eosinophilic pulmonary infiltration, eosinophilia, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytosis, leukopenia, neutropenia, cognitive disturbance, behavioral disturbance, convulsions, seizures, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug reaction (DRESS), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP), erythema multiforme, AST elevation, ALT elevation, ALP elevation, LDH elevation, bilirubin elevation, hematuria, elevated BUN, elevated serum creatinine, acute renal failure, stomatitis, candidiasis, symptoms of vitamin K deficiency, hypoprothrombinemia, bleeding tendency, symptoms of vitamin B group deficiency, glossitis, neuritis, headache, edema, sensory disturbances, weakness, malaise

This drug should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. The recommended storage temperature is room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle