cefovin-o tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is cefovin-o tablet used for?
Acepod O 200mg/200mg Tablet (Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Ofloxacin) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) + Ofloxacin (200mg), which Cefpodoxime inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis; Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyras. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Ofloxacin
- Manufacturer: Asvins Lifecare
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ cefovin-o tablet Uses & Benefits
Respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, sexually transmitted infections
Off-label uses: Prostatitis, Bone and joint infections
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cefpodoxime Proxetil + Ofloxacin |
| Brand Name | Acepod O 200mg/200mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Asvins Lifecare |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cephalosporin + Fluoroquinolone |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC, protect from light and moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Cefpodoxime inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis; Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take cefovin-o tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of cefovin-o tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Vaginal candidiasis
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Tendon rupture
- Peripheral neuropathy
- QT prolongation
- Seizures
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hemolytic anemia
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Interstitial nephritis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Antidiabetic agents | Major | Hypoglycemia |
| NSAIDs | Major | Increased CNS stimulation risk |
| Theophylline | Major | Increased theophylline toxicity |
| Corticosteroids | Major | Increased risk of tendon rupture |
| Probenecid | Moderate | Decreased renal excretion of cefpodoxime |
| Antacids | Moderate | Decreased absorption of ofloxacin |
| Iron supplements | Moderate | Decreased absorption of ofloxacin |
| Zinc supplements | Moderate | Decreased absorption of ofloxacin |
| Sucralfate | Moderate | Decreased absorption of ofloxacin |
| Cimetidine | Minor | Possible increased ofloxacin levels |
| Ranitidine | Minor | Possible increased ofloxacin levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Antidiabetic agents
- NSAIDs
- Theophylline
- Corticosteroids
โก Moderate Interactions
- Probenecid
- Antacids
- Iron supplements
- Zinc supplements
- Sucralfate
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Ranitidine
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Dairy products, Calcium-fortified foods
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may increase CNS effects
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins, fluoroquinolones, or any component; history of tendinopathy with fluoroquinolones; children <18 years (for ofloxacin)
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, liver function, blood glucose, signs of superinfection, tendon pain
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; gastric lavage; monitor renal function and ECG
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double