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Cefpodoxime Proxetil 100 - 200mg
  • Mode of action

    Cefpodoxime Proxetil 100mg Tablet

    • A third generation cephalosporin
    • Broad spectrum antibiotic, active against most of Gram positive and Gram negative organisms.
    • Works by inhibiting cell wall synthesis by inhibiting final transpeptidation step of peptidoglycan synthesis in cell walls.

  • Indication

    Pharyngitis, Tonsilitis, Pneumonia, Bronchitis, Sinusitis, Genital infections & Gonorrhoea, Skin & Soft tissue infections.

  • Dose

    • Adults: 100 to 400 mg every 12h.
    • Children 6 month to 12 years of age: 10mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 h (max 200mg/dose)