Azibact CF 200 mg/250 mg Tablet: Complete Information
Clinical Reference Standards: CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation), Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) & WHO | Last Updated: September 2026
When to Call Your Doctor IMMEDIATELY
- Difficulty breathing or swelling of face, lips, or throat
- Severe or bloody diarrhea
- Yellowing of skin or eyes
- Irregular heartbeat or fainting
- Severe skin rash with blistering or peeling
- Persistent high fever despite treatment
If experiencing severe symptoms, call emergency services immediately.
What is Scodox-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet used for?
This medicine is a combination antibiotic containing Cefpodoxime Proxetil 200 mg and Azithromycin 250 mg. It is used to treat various bacterial infections, including respiratory, skin, and sexually transmitted infections. It works by killing or stopping the growth of bacteria. Take it exactly as prescribed, with food, and complete the full course.
- Generic Name: Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) + Azithromycin (250mg)
- Manufacturer: Pharma Drugs & Chemicals
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
🇮🇳 Scodox-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet के बारे में (Hindi Summary)
उपयोग: यह दवा सेफपोडॉक्सिम प्रोक्सेटिल 200 मिलीग्राम और एज़िथ्रोमाइसिन 250 मिलीग्राम का संयोजन है। यह बैक्टीरियल संक्रमणों जैसे श्वसन तंत्र, त्वचा, और यौन संचारित संक्रमणों के इलाज के लिए उपयोग की जाती है। यह बैक्टीरिया को मारती है या उनकी वृद्धि रोकती है। इसे डॉक्टर के निर्देशानुसार भोजन के साथ लें और पूरा कोर्स पूरा करें।
साइड इफेक्ट्स: इस दवा के सामान्य दुष्प्रभावों में मतली, दस्त, पेट दर्द, सिरदर्द, और दाने शामिल हैं। गंभीर दुष्प्रभाव दुर्लभ हैं लेकिन एलर्जी, लीवर की समस्या, और दिल की धड़कन में गड़बड़ी हो सकती है। यदि कोई गंभीर लक्षण दिखे तो तुरंत डॉक्टर से संपर्क करें।
सुरक्षा सलाह: इस दवा को डॉक्टर के बताए अनुसार ही लें। खुराक न छोड़ें और कोर्स पूरा करें। भोजन के साथ लें। शराब से बचें। अन्य दवाओं के बारे में डॉक्टर को बताएं। बच्चों की पहुंच से दूर रखें।
💊 Scodox-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet Uses & Benefits
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Off-label uses: [{"condition":"Typhoid fever","description":"Sometimes used off-label for enteric fever, but resistance is common.","evidence":"Limited"},{"condition":"Dental infections","description":"May be used as an adjunct for dental abscesses, but not first-line.","evidence":"Limited"}]
Primary treatment for: Bacterial infections
Also treats: Respiratory tract infections, Skin infections, Sexually transmitted infections
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg) + Azithromycin (250mg) |
| Brand Name | Scodox-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Pharma Drugs & Chemicals |
| Packaging / Form | strip of 10 tablets (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | |
| Action Class | |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (15-30°C) in a dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep in original packaging. |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from date of manufacture. |
| WHO Guideline | Not established from the available information. |
| ICMR Guideline | Not established from the available information. |
👨⚕️ Doctor's Practical Tips
Evidence-based practical advice from experienced clinicians
🔍 Is This Medicine Right for Your Symptom?
Educational reference. Always consult a doctor for diagnosis.
🔬 How This Medicine Works (Pharmacology)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
This medicine combines two antibiotics with different mechanisms. Cefpodoxime proxetil is a prodrug that is hydrolyzed to cefpodoxime, which inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, leading to bacterial lysis. Azithromycin binds to the 50S ribosomal subunit of the bacterial ribosome, inhibiting protein synthesis and thereby stopping bacterial growth. The combination provides broad-spectrum coverage against many Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as atypical pathogens.
Mechanism Steps
💡 How to Take Scodox-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet
Strength: Tablet containing Cefpodoxime Proxetil 200 mg and Azithromycin 250 mg.
Dosage Information
| Adult Dosage | The usual adult dose is one tablet taken orally twice daily, or as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and duration depend on the type and severity of infection, renal function, and other factors. Dose must be individualized by a qualified clinician based on indication, age, weight, renal and hepatic function. |
| Pediatric Dosage | Pediatric dosing is not established from available information. Consult a pediatrician. |
| Elderly Dosage | Elderly patients may require dose adjustment based on renal function. Use with caution and monitor for side effects. |
| Renal Impairment | Dose adjustment is recommended in patients with creatinine clearance less than 30 mL/min. Consult your doctor for appropriate dosing. |
| Hepatic Impairment | Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment. Monitor liver function. Dose adjustment may be needed. |
| Maximum Daily Dose | The maximum recommended dose is one tablet twice daily, but this may vary based on indication and clinical judgment. |
Dosage Timeline
🍽️ Food Timing Guide
⏰ What to Do If You Miss a Dose
⚠️ Side Effects of Scodox-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet
✅ Common Side Effects
🚨 Serious Side Effects
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | |
| Antacids | Major | |
| Ergotamine | Major | |
| Digoxin | Moderate | |
| Cyclosporine | Moderate | |
| H2 blockers | Moderate | |
| Oral contraceptives | Minor | |
| Theophylline | Minor |
🚨 Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium
- Ergotamine
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- Digoxin
- Cyclosporine
- H2 blockers (e.g., ranitidine)
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
Alcohol may increase the risk of liver toxicity and stomach upset. It is advisable to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.
🔎 Check Your Other Medicines
Educational tool. Always confirm with your doctor or pharmacist.
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🚫 Contraindications
["Known allergy to cephalosporins, penicillins, or macrolides","History of cholestatic jaundice with prior azithromycin use","Severe hepatic impairment","Concurrent use with ergotamine"]
⚠️ Warnings & Precautions
["Use with caution in patients with renal impairment; dose adjustment may be required.","May cause Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea; if severe diarrhea occurs, stop and consult doctor.","Avoid in patients with known QT prolongation or taking QT-prolonging drugs.","May reduce efficacy of oral contraceptives; use backup method.","Not recommended for viral infections.","Complete the full course to prevent resistance."]
🤱 Lactation Safety
Both cefpodoxime and azithromycin are excreted in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding while taking this medicine.
💊 Overdose Management
Overdose may cause severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and hearing loss. Seek immediate medical attention. Treatment is symptomatic and supportive. Hemodialysis may be considered for cefpodoxime but not for azithromycin.
⏰ 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 with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Additional Safety Advice
Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip doses or stop early, even if you feel better. Take with food to reduce stomach upset. Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor about all other medicines you are taking, especially blood thinners, antacids, and heart medications. Do not share this medicine with others. Keep out of reach of children. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, but if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
👴 Special Considerations for Elderly
💡 For Patients Above 65
Elderly patients may be more susceptible to side effects, especially kidney and heart rhythm issues. Dose adjustment may be needed based on renal function.
🤰 Pregnancy Planning (TTC)
If you are planning pregnancy, consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Both components are pregnancy category B, but use only if clearly needed.
🏥 Post-Surgery Considerations
This medicine may be prescribed to prevent or treat surgical site infections. Follow your surgeon's instructions carefully.
🦷 Dental Procedures
Inform your dentist if you are taking this medicine. It may interact with other medications used during dental procedures.
💚 Lifestyle Tips for Better Results
🏋️ Exercise Considerations
Rest is recommended during acute infection. Gradually resume exercise as you feel better. Avoid strenuous activity if you have fever or fatigue.
🥗 Diet Recommendations
💼 Impact on Daily Work & Life
You may feel tired or have mild stomach upset, but most people can continue daily activities. Avoid driving if you feel dizzy or unwell.
🛑 When to Stop This Medicine
Do not stop this medicine without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better. Stopping early can lead to relapse and resistance. If you experience severe side effects, contact your doctor immediately.
📅 Long-Term Use Effects
Long-term use of this medicine may lead to bacterial resistance, superinfections, and rarely liver or kidney toxicity. It should only be used for the prescribed duration. Regular monitoring of liver and kidney function may be needed if used for prolonged periods.
🌿 Non-Medicine Approaches
These can complement medicine but do not replace prescribed treatment.
For viral infections, rest, fluids, and over-the-counter remedies may be sufficient.
Evidence: Well-establishedIf culture results identify a specific bacterium, a targeted antibiotic may be preferred.
Evidence: Well-established💉 Vaccination Considerations
💉 If You're Getting Vaccinated
Antibiotics may reduce the efficacy of live bacterial vaccines like typhoid vaccine. Consult your doctor about timing.
📦 Storage Guide
✅ DO
Store at room temperature (15-30°C)
❌ DON'T
Do not refrigerate unless specified
✅ DO
Keep in original container
❌ DON'T
Do not transfer to unmarked containers
✅ DO
Keep away from direct sunlight
❌ DON'T
Do not store in bathroom cabinet
✈️ Traveling with This Medicine
Carry this medicine in its original packaging with a copy of your prescription. Store at room temperature and protect from direct sunlight. If traveling across time zones, adjust dosing intervals as advised by your doctor. Check customs regulations for carrying prescription medicines.
💰 Cost Analysis & Savings
👥 Real Patient Stories
Educational, anonymized scenarios. Individual results may vary.
💬 Questions Patients Often Ask
A: You may start feeling better within 1-3 days, but it is important to complete the full course as prescribed.
A: Yes, take it with food to enhance absorption and reduce stomach upset.
A: Take it as soon as you remember, but if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
🤔 Common Patient Concerns
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
🛑 Myths vs. Facts
- Myth: Antibiotics can cure viral infections like the common cold.
Fact: This medicine is effective only against bacterial infections. It does not treat viral infections. - Myth: You can stop taking antibiotics once you feel better.
Fact: You must complete the full course to prevent bacterial resistance and relapse. - Myth: Antibiotics can be shared with others.
Fact: Never share antibiotics; they are prescribed for a specific individual and condition.
🔄 Alternative Options
Generic Alternatives
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil 200 mg + Azithromycin 250 mg tablet (various manufacturers)
Brand Alternatives
- Azibact CF 200 mg/250 mg Tablet