pucef 200mg tablet - Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) medicine

Pucef 200mg Tablet

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๐Ÿญ Queen Pharmaceuticals Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 23, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 23, 2026

What is pucef 200mg tablet used for?

Pucef 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, and ear infections. It contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil, which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

  • Generic Name: Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg)
  • Manufacturer: Queen Pharmaceuticals Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The Indian pharmaceutical market is expected to reach $130 billion by 2030.

๐Ÿ’Š pucef 200mg tablet Uses & Benefits

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๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg)
Brand Namepucef 200mg tablet
ManufacturerQueen Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassANTI INFECTIVES
Action ClassCephalosporins: 3 generation
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageRoom temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take pucef 200mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

๐ŸŒ… Morning โœ… โ˜€๏ธ Afternoon โŒ ๐ŸŒ† Evening โœ… ๐ŸŒ™ Night โŒ

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of pucef 200mg tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Stomach pain

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Severe allergic reaction (rash, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing)
  • Severe diarrhea (watery or bloody)
  • Seizures
  • Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
  • Low platelet count (thrombocytopenia)
  • Interstitial nephritis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Warfarin Major Increased bleeding risk
Probenecid Moderate Decreased elimination of cefpodoxime
Oral contraceptives Minor Reduced efficacy of contraceptives

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Warfarin
  • Live bacterial vaccines
  • Methotrexate

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Probenecid
  • Loop diuretics (e.g., furosemide)
  • Aminoglycosides (e.g., gentamicin)

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Oral contraceptives
  • Antacids
  • Iron supplements

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Pucef 200mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may help reduce stomach upset.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

It is advisable to avoid alcohol while taking Pucef 200mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects like dizziness, nausea, and stomach upset.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

Liver
Low
Kidney
Moderate
Heart
Low

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Do not use Pucef 200mg Tablet if you are allergic to cefpodoxime or any other cephalosporin antibiotic. It is also contraindicated in patients with a history of severe allergic reactions to penicillins.

โš ๏ธ Warnings & Precautions

Before taking Pucef 200mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or a history of allergies to cephalosporins or penicillins. Use with caution in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Prolonged use may lead to secondary infections like oral thrush or C. difficile diarrhea.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

If you suspect an overdose, seek emergency medical attention immediately. Symptoms may include seizures, severe nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Treatment is supportive and symptomatic.

โฐ Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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Last reviewed on: Aug 23, 2026

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โญ User Reviews

Trusted Reviewer Jul 12, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Verified User Jul 12, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Regular Customer Jul 12, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 12, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Regular Customer Jul 12, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

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