Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), community-acquired pneumonia, gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), anorectal infections in women, skin, and urinary tract infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. 

Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefpodoxime proxetil (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime proxetil works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefpodoxime proxetil against the bacteria. Together, Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml helps to treat bacterial infections.

Take Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml as prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration of Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml can vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before starting Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any antibiotic, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml if you are breastfeeding as Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml to prevent unpleasant side effects. Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.

Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), community-acquired pneumonia, gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), anorectal infections in women, skin, and urinary tract infections. Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefpodoxime proxetil (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefpodoxime proxetil works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, killing the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefpodoxime proxetil against the bacteria. Together, Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml helps to treat bacterial infections. Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains.

• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Before starting Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any antibiotic or kidney or liver problems. Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml should not be given to patients with rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance (the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption). Consult your doctor before taking Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml if you have colitis (colon inflammation), if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml if you are breastfeeding, as it may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml to prevent unpleasant side effects. Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml causes dizziness, so drive with caution.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml may have interaction with anticoagulants (e.g. warfarin), anti-gout (e.g. probenecid), diuretics (e.g. furosemide), and vitamin supplements (e.g. calcium, vitamin D).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Podox-CV Dry Syrup 50 ml may interact with conditions such as colitis (inflammation in the colon's lining), seizures, dialysis, and kidney or liver dysfunction.

• WARFARIN
• PROBENECID
• FUROSEMIDE
• CALCIUM
• VITAMIN D

• Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
• Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
• Avoid the consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.
• Avoid the usage of tobacco.
• Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which helps with indigestion. Therefore, you should take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.