Agripod 100 Dry Syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is agripod 100 dry syrup used for?
Agripod 100 Dry Syrup contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil, a cephalosporin antibiotic that treats bacterial infections like respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and skin infections. It works by stopping bacterial cell wall synthesis, killing the bacteria.
- Generic Name: Cefpodoxime Proxetil
- Manufacturer: Agresco Pharma
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ agripod 100 dry syrup Uses & Benefits
Treatment of respiratory tract infections (e.g., community-acquired pneumonia, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis), urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, otitis media, sinusitis, and uncomplicated gonorrhea.
Off-label uses: Lyme disease, Meningococcal prophylaxis, Bacterial endocarditis prophylaxis
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cefpodoxime Proxetil |
| Brand Name | Axone O 200mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Agresco Pharma |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cephalosporins: 3 generation |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), leading to cell lysis and death.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take agripod 100 dry syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of agripod 100 dry syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Vaginal candidiasis
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Seizures
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hemolytic anemia
- Agranulocytosis
- Thrombocytopenia
- Interstitial nephritis
- Hepatitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Probenecid | Moderate | Decreased excretion of cefpodoxime |
| Oral contraceptives | Minor | Reduced efficacy of contraceptives |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Probenecid
- Warfarin
- Live typhoid vaccine
โก Moderate Interactions
- BCG vaccine
- Cholera vaccine
- Estrogen derivatives
- Sodium picosulfate
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- H2-receptor antagonists
- Iron supplements
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food increases absorption; avoid concurrent administration with antacids or iron supplements.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No direct interaction reported; however, alcohol may reduce immune response and increase side effects.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to cefpodoxime or other cephalosporins; history of immediate-type hypersensitivity to penicillins.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function (especially in elderly or renally impaired), signs of superinfection, prothrombin time if on warfarin.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk in small amounts; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; hemodialysis may enhance elimination.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose and resume regular schedule. Do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.