PODECK O – Cefpodoxime 200mg + Ofloxacin 200mg | 10 Tablets

Description

PODECK O Tablets – Cefpodoxime 200mg + Ofloxacin 200mg (10 Tablets) | Dual-Action Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic

Category: Antibiotic Combination (Cephalosporin + Fluoroquinolone)
Pack Size: 10 Film-Coated Tablets
Active Ingredients:

• Cefpodoxime Proxetil IP 200mg (3rd Gen Cephalosporin)

• Ofloxacin IP 200mg (Fluoroquinolone)

✅ Key Benefits:

✔ Enhanced coverage against Gram-positive & Gram-negative bacteria
✔ Synergistic action for stubborn/resistant infections
✔ Twice-daily dosing for convenience
✔ Effective where single antibiotics fail

🦠 Approved Uses:

• Severe/complicated respiratory infections (pneumonia, bronchitis)

• Recurrent UTIs with resistance

• Mixed skin/soft tissue infections (cellulitis, abscesses)

• Chronic sinusitis/otitis media

💊 Dosage Instructions:

• Adults (18+ years only):

  • 1 tablet every 12 hours

• Duration:

  • Mild infections: 5-7 days

  • Severe infections: 7-14 days

• Take with food to reduce GI upset

⚠️ Critical Safety Information:

❌ Absolute Contraindications:

• History of tendon disorders

• Myasthenia gravis

• QT prolongation

• Penicillin/cephalosporin/quinolone allergy

⚠️ Black Box Warnings (Ofloxacin):

• Tendon rupture risk (especially elderly)

• CNS effects (seizures, psychosis)

⚠️ Common Side Effects:

• Diarrhea (report if bloody)

• Photosensitivity (use sunscreen)

📦 Storage:

• Below 30°C in original blister

• Protect from moisture & light