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Elpod Benefits & Uses

Elpod 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

Elpod 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

Elpod Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Elpod 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)

Elpod Related Warnings

Is the use of Elpod safe for pregnant women?

Elpod has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Elpod safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Elpod on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Elpod. 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 Elpod on the Liver?

Elpod 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Elpod on the Heart?

Side effects of Elpod rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Elpod with Other Drugs

Elpod 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

Elpod Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Elpod

Is this Elpod habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Elpod is addictive.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Elpod since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Elpod for mental disorders.

No

Elpod Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Elpod

You can take Elpod with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Elpod

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Elpod

Question over 5 years ago

Can Elpod cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Occasionally, Elpod 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Elpod work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Elpod 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Elpod?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Elpod should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Elpod with azithromycin?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Avoid taking Elpod 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Elpod used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Elpod 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.