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Cefporite is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Cefporite depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Cefporite is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Cefporite safe for pregnant women?
Cefporite rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Cefporite safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Cefporite. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Cefporite on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cefporite. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cefporite on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Cefporite. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Cefporite only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Cefporite on the Heart?
Side effects of Cefporite rarely affect the heart.
Cefporite should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefporite unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefporite habit forming or addictive?
Cefporite is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cefporite since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Cefporite, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefporite cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cefporite
Taking Cefporite with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefporite
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefporite with alcohol will be.
Cefporite is a brand name for cefpodoxime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Yes, Cefporite is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Occasionally, Cefporite can cause drug-induced hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Cefporite can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Cefporite can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311