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Epodox Dry Syrup, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Epodox Dry Syrup have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Epodox Dry Syrup depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Epodox Dry Syrup have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Epodox Dry Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Epodox Dry Syrup is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Epodox Dry Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Epodox Dry Syrup contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Epodox Dry Syrup may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Epodox Dry Syrup is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Epodox Dry Syrup 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
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Is the use of Epodox Dry Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Epodox.
Is the use of Epodox Dry Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Epodox can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Epodox Dry Syrup on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Epodox. 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 Epodox Dry Syrup on the Liver?
Epodox may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Epodox Dry Syrup on the Heart?
Epodox has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epodox Dry Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Epodox Dry Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Epodox Dry Syrup has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Epodox Dry Syrup will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Epodox Dry Syrup, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Epodox Dry Syrup is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Epodox Dry Syrup
It is safe to take Epodox Dry Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Epodox Dry Syrup
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Epodox Dry Syrup with alcohol will be.
Epodox works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Epodox 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.
Occasionally, Epodox 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.
No, you can not buy Epodox over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Epodox does not help in preventing cold, because common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
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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
