Podxetil 100 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Podxetil Benefits & Uses

Podxetil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Other Benefits

Podxetil Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Podxetil Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Podxetil is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Confusion

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Rash
पेट दर्द
Dry Mouth
Fatigue
Vertigo
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Podxetil Related Warnings

Is the use of Podxetil safe for pregnant women?

Podxetil has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Podxetil safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Podxetil. If you see any side effects, stop taking Podxetil immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Podxetil again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Podxetil on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Podxetil. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Podxetil on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Podxetil. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Podxetil only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Podxetil on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Podxetil on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Podxetil with Other Drugs

Podxetil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Podxetil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Podxetil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Podxetil

Is this Podxetil habit forming or addictive?

Podxetil is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Podxetil will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Podxetil does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Podxetil is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Podxetil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Podxetil

Taking Podxetil with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Podxetil

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Podxetil.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Podxetil

Question about 5 years ago

Does Podxetil help in preventing cold?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Podxetil 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I buy Podxetil over-the-counter?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Podxetil 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Podxetil cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Rarely Podxetil can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Podxetil used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Podxetil 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Podxetil safe to use?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Podxetil 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.