macpod 200 tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
๐คฐ Pregnancy Category C
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 23, 2026
What is macpod 200 tablet used for?
macpod 200 tablet (Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg)) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg), which works by treating the condition effectively. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg)
- Manufacturer: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
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๐ macpod 200 tablet Uses & Benefits
- Macpod 200 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body.
- It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg.
- pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and skin.
- It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.Macpod 200 Tablet should be taken with food.
- You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor.
- Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it.
- The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better.
- If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.
- It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold.
- Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, nausea, and diarrhea.
- Taking this medicine along with some food may help to prevent indigestion and upset stomach.
- Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you.
- Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems.
- This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.
- It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy.
- Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) |
| Brand Name | macpod 200 tablet |
| Manufacturer | Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cephalosporins: 3 generation |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take macpod 200 tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of macpod 200 tablet
- Rash
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
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๐ Substitutes for macpod 200 tablet
View AllAlternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg)):
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xetpod 200 dt tabletLamicon Pharma Private Limited โน16.00 91.4% CHEAPER
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adicef 200mg tabletOrganic Laboratories โน18.74 89.9% CHEAPER
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Standrox 200mg TabletStandard Remedies Pvt Ltd โน19.70 89.4% CHEAPER
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Troypod 200mg SyrupTroikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd โน21.12 88.6% CHEAPER
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sedan 200mg tabletLarion Life Sciences Pvt Ltd โน29.00 84.4% CHEAPER
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verdocef 200mg tabletSanify Healthcare Pvt Ltd โน35.00 81.2% CHEAPER
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ceeoff 200mg tabletRelax Pharma โน35.63 80.8% CHEAPER
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doxtil 200 tabletZodak Healthcare โน41.00 77.9% CHEAPER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.