Ceporax 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, and throat. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms.

Ceporax 200mg Tablet should be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals or as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of treatment prescribed by your doctor.

Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as the flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, stomach pain, and headache. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to manage or treat them.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using it. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Uses of Ceporax Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Ceporax Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Ceporax 200mg Tablet helps eliminate harmful bacteria from the body, supporting recovery from infections. It helps in treating various infections, including those affecting the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones, and joints. This helps restore health and prevent complications.

Side effects of Ceporax Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ceporax

Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)

How to use Ceporax Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ceporax 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Ceporax Tablet works

Ceporax 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall), which is needed for them to survive. This weakens the bacteria, causing them to die. As a result, the infection is controlled, and the body's immune system can effectively eliminate the remaining bacteria.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ceporax 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ceporax 200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ceporax 200mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ceporax 200mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Ceporax 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ceporax 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ceporax 200mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Ceporax 200mg Tablet is recommended.

What if you forget to take Ceporax Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Ceporax 200mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Ceporax 200mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of your face and mouth, or difficulty breathing.
Diarrhea may occur sometimes, but it should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Broad Spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Third-Generation Cephalosporins

Interaction with drugs

Taking Ceporax with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

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Dermatology

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I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

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Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days

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FAQs

Is Ceporax 200mg Tablet safe to use?

Ceporax 200mg Tablet is safe to use at the prescribed dose for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Can the use of Ceporax 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Ceporax 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Ceporax 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic that kills harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach and intestines and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Is Ceporax 200mg Tablet an antibiotic?

Yes, Ceporax 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.

Can Ceporax 200mg Tablet cause constipation?

Yes, Ceporax 200mg Tablet may cause constipation as a side effect. However, taking mild laxatives may provide relief if you feel constipated. Also, take a fiber-rich diet including fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole wheat grains, and avoid taking oily and spicy food as it will only worsen your condition. If your constipation gets worse, please consult your doctor.

Can I stop taking Ceporax 200mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Ceporax 200mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.

How long does Ceporax 200mg Tablet take to work?

Usually, Ceporax 200mg Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

What if I do not get better after using Ceporax 200mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can Ceporax 200mg Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?

Yes, Ceporax 200mg Tablet may be used to treat UTI (urinary tract infection). Studies suggest that it has better tolerance and helps to treat symptoms of UTI such as foul-smelling urine, frequent urination, vaginal irritation, vaginal discharge, stomach pain, etc., effectively. However, not everyone may be prescribed Ceporax 200mg Tablet. It is advisable to take it only if prescribed by a doctor.

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