Overview
Uses and benefits
Side effects
How to use
How drug works
Safety advice
Missed dose
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Quick tips
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Interaction with drugs
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CP Cefo 100mg Tablet

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Marketer

Cassopeia Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg)

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

CP Cefo 100mg 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.

CP Cefo 100mg Tablet should be taken regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as 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 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 rash, vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. Taking this medicine along with some food may help to prevent indigestion and upset stomach. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Uses of CP Cefo Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of CP Cefo Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

CP Cefo 100mg Tablet kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of CP Cefo 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 CP Cefo

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

How to use CP Cefo 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. CP Cefo 100mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How CP Cefo Tablet works

CP Cefo 100mg 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 CP Cefo 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of CP Cefo 100mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CP Cefo 100mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

CP Cefo 100mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

CP Cefo 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

CP Cefo 100mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

What if you forget to take CP Cefo Tablet?

If you miss a dose of CP Cefo 100mg 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 CP Cefo 100mg 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

Cephalosporins

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Third-Generation Cephalosporins

Interaction with drugs

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

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Esomeprazole (Oral Route) Moderate

Famotidine (Oral Route) Moderate

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Esomeprazole (Injection Route) Moderate

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Patient concerns

Weakness, Digest problem , Loss of appetite, Very sleepy and lazyness I have also consulted with local physician and as per test report everything is fine Please suggest some medicine for above mentioned problems

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

rabekind cp twice a day for 2 weeksrabekind Cp 1st tablet in empty stomach in morning , than 2nd tablet before 1 hour of dinner

He is global delay, cp patient by birth.

Dr. Mehtab Baig

Orthopaedic Physiotherapy

Please get nearest physiotherapy centre for exercises, or at home

Medicine for type 2 diabete now i am taking janumet xr cp 100/1000

Dr. Saurav Arora

Homeopathy

Dear sir at this stage discontinuing the anti-diabteic medications is not advisable all of a sudden. However, these medicines may be tapered off gradually. You may start taking Syzgium 1x, 1 tab twice daily for a month and keep track of your sugar levels regularly. But in case there is no change in 1-2 months, you might need to visit a homeopath. In homeopathy symptoms, history and examination is very important. In majority of cases, after a long case taking and case workout, we try to select a constitutional remedy which is used to treat the disease from its root cause. Therefore, you need to visit a homeopath so that he can examine you and guide accordingly. For Do?s and Don?ts while taking homeopathic medicines visit http://www.arorasclinic.com/homeopathy

Is CP Cefo 100mg Tablet safe to use?

CP Cefo 100mg 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 CP Cefo 100mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of CP Cefo 100mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. CP Cefo 100mg 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 CP Cefo 100mg Tablet an antibiotic?

Yes, CP Cefo 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.

Can CP Cefo 100mg Tablet cause constipation?

Yes, CP Cefo 100mg 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 CP Cefo 100mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking CP Cefo 100mg 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 CP Cefo 100mg Tablet take to work?

Usually, CP Cefo 100mg 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 CP Cefo 100mg 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 CP Cefo 100mg Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?

Yes, CP Cefo 100mg 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 CP Cefo 100mg Tablet. It is advisable to take it only if prescribed by a doctor.

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