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Kepodil is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Kepodil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Kepodil 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 Kepodil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Kepodil has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Kepodil safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Kepodil. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Kepodil on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Kepodil. 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 Kepodil on the Liver?
Kepodil 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 Kepodil on the Heart?
Kepodil may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Kepodil 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 Kepodil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kepodil habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Kepodil has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Kepodil will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Kepodil does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Kepodil is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Kepodil
You can take Kepodil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kepodil
Information about the interaction of Kepodil and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Occasionally, Kepodil can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Yes, Kepodil can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if a cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.
Yes, Kepodil can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Avoid taking Kepodil with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Kepodil is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
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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
