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Mypod, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Mypod have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Mypod depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mypod can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Mypod are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mypod is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Mypod has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mypod related warnings section.
The section on Mypod contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Mypod with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mypod is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Mypod 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 Mypod safe for pregnant women?
Mypod rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Mypod safe during breastfeeding?
Mypod may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Mypod, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Mypod.
What is the effect of Mypod on the Kidneys?
Mypod can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Mypod on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Mypod. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Mypod only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mypod on the Heart?
Mypod is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mypod 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 Mypod unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mypod habit forming or addictive?
Mypod is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Mypod will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Mypod is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Mypod in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Mypod
You can take Mypod with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mypod
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Mypod with alcohol.
Mypod 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.
Mypod is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, you can use Mypod to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Yes, Mypod 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.
Mypod can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
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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
