It is an antibiotic medicine that is used for the treatment of bacterial infections. It helps in treating respiratory tract infections and other conditions like urinary tract infections, ear infections, skin infections, and throat infections.
Avoid alcohol consumption. - Seek your doctor's advice for personalized guidance and recommendations regarding consumption.
Considered safe during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice for personalized guidance and assurance regarding usage.
It passes from the mothers milk into infant in minimal amount and risk is generally low so consult your doctor.
Dose adjustment is required for patients with kidney disease but safe for normal kidney patients
Tell your doctor about your liver condition.
It does not affect the ability of driving.
The combination of Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Clavulanic Acid works synergistically to combat bacterial infections. Cefpodoxime Proxetil hinders the formation of bacterial cell walls, impeding their growth and reproduction. Concurrently, Clavulanic Acid reduces bacterial resistance, enhancing the effectiveness of Cefpodoxime Proxetil. This combination is instrumental in treating various infections, and it is essential to follow the prescribed regimen to ensure optimal results and prevent the development of antibiotic resistance.
A respiratory tract infection (RTI) is an infection that affects the parts of the body involved in breathing, such as the nose, throat, airways, or lungs. RTIs can be caused by viruses or bacteria, and can have symptoms such as cough, fever, sore throat, or runny nose.
Dectocef CL may cause serious side effects in very few patients (less than 1 in 1,000). Inform the doctor straight away if you get bloody diarrhea, yellowing of the eyes and skin, bruising or skin discoloration, shortness of breath, widespread rash, skin peeling and fever. All of these reactions needs urgent medical attention.
No, do not stop taking Dectocef CL and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Usually, Dectocef CL starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
No, Dectocef CL can make birth control pills less effective. So, ask your doctor about using a birth control method which does not affect your hormone levels (such as a condom, diaphragm and spermicide).
Inform your doctor if you dont feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Yes, the use of Dectocef CL can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
The use of Dectocef CL is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to penicillins or any other excipients present in this medicine. This medicine should not be used in patients with previous history of liver damage associated with Dectocef CL.
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Dectocef CL can increase the risks of side effects. Dectocef CL takes time to show its full effect and treat your infection. If you are experiencing increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Dectocef CL is a combination of two medicines: Cefpodoxime and Clavulanic acid. This medication is used to treat bacterial infection. This medication works by killing the harmful bacteria that cause infection.
No, do not stop taking Dectocef CL and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Yes, Dectocef CL can cause allergic reaction and is considered to be harmful patients with known allergy to a group of antibiotics called Cephalosporins. Get emergency medical help if you notice any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives difficulty in breathing swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat.
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