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Cepmaxlox 200 mg is a drug belonging to the group of antiparasitic, anti-infective, anti-viral, anti-fungal drugs, used in the treatment of a number of bacterial infections. Follow the article to better understand the drug Cepmaxlox 200 mg, as well as how to use it most effectively.
1. What is Cepmaxlox 200 mg?
What is Cepmaxlox 200 mg? Cepmaxlox 200 mg is a drug belonging to the group of anti-parasitic, anti-infective, anti-viral, antifungal drugs, manufactured by Ha Tay Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company - VIETNAM.
Cepmaxlox 200 mg is available in the form of film-coated tablets. Ingredients Cepmaxlox 200 mg: Cefpodoxime (as Cefpodoxime proxetil): 200 mg Cefpodoxime is a 3rd generation cephalosporin antibiotic with high stability against attack by beta-lactamases, caused by gram-negative bacteria and bacteria. produced by gram-positive bacteria. The antibacterial action of Cefpodoxime is through inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis by acylation of membrane-bound transpeptidase enzymes, which prevents cross-linking of peptidoglycan chains required for the strength and durability of the peptidoglycan chain. bacterial cell wall.
2. Indications and contraindications to use Cepmaxlox 200 mg when?
2.1. Indications Cepmaxlox 200 mg is indicated for the treatment of the following infections:
Upper respiratory tract infections including acute otitis media, sinusitis, tonsillitis and pharyngitis. Community-acquired acute pneumonia. Uncomplicated acute gonococcal infection. Uncomplicated urinary tract infection. Skin and skin structure infections. 2.2. Contraindications Cepmaxlox 200 mg is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the component cefpodoxime proxetil.
3. Uses of Cepmaxlox 200 mg
Cefpodoxime proxetil ingredient in Cepmaxlox 200 mg has the effect:
Against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. The drug is stable to beta-lactamases. The antibacterial spectrum includes Staphylococcus aureus with the exception of methicillin-resistant Staphylococci, Streptococcus pyogenes, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus agalactiae and Streptococcus spp. other (Group C, F, G). Gram-negative organisms susceptible to cefpodoxime include beta-lactamase-producing and non-beta-lactamase-producing strains of H. influenzae, H. para-influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Neisseria meningitidis, Neisseria gonorrhoea, E. coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Proteus vulgaris, Providencia rettgeri and Citrobacter diversus. Cefpodoxime is also effective against Peptostreptococcus spp.
4. How to use, dosage of Cepmaxlox 200 mg
How to use: The patient needs to take the drug directly with water
Dosage: Depending on the condition, level and subject, the doctor will prescribe the appropriate dose.
Adults
Upper respiratory tract infections, including tonsillitis and pharyngitis: 100 mg every 12 hours for 10 days. Community-acquired acute pneumonia: 200 mg every 12 hours for 14 days. Uncomplicated acute gonococcal infection: 200 mg single dose. Uncomplicated urinary tract infections: 100 mg every 12 hours for 7 days. Skin and skin structure infections: 400 mg every 12 hours for 7-14 days. Children
Acute otitis media: 10 mg/kg/day (maximum 400 mg/day in 2 divided doses) for 10 days. Pharyngitis and tonsillitis: 10 mg/kg/day (maximum 200 mg/day in 2 divided doses) for 10 days. Cefpodoxime should be administered with food. In patients with renal impairment (creatinine clearance less than 30 ml/min), the dosing interval should be increased to 24 hours. No dose adjustment is required in patients with cirrhosis.
5. Side effects when using Cepmaxlox 200 mg
Mild reactions that may occur when taking Cepmaxlox 200 mg are: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, colitis and headache.
Rarely, hypersensitivity reactions such as: rash, pruritus, dizziness, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia or eosinophilia.
6. Management of missed dose or overdose of Cepmaxlox 200 mg
Missed dose: If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Never take double the prescribed dose.
Overdose: If the patient shows unusual symptoms when overdosing, it is necessary to immediately notify the doctor or the person in charge of medical care for timely treatment.
7. Other notes when using Cepmaxlox 200 mg
Pregnant women : Any drug used during pregnancy can cause adverse effects (miscarriage, teratogenicity, fetal malformation ...) to any stage of development of the fetus. pregnancy, especially the first trimester. Therefore, it is best not to use Cepmaxlox 200 mg for pregnant women. In the case of mandatory use, it is necessary to consult carefully with your doctor, pharmacist before making a decision. Lactation: Due to severe reactions in nursing infants, Cepmaxlox 200 mg can be passed to the infant through breast-feeding, so it is best not to or limit its use during breast-feeding. Drivers, machine operators: Special care should be taken when using Cepmaxlox 200 mg because of possible unwanted side effects. To ensure quality, the drug should be stored at a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius, away from direct light, and away from moisture. Keep Cepmaxlox 200 out of the reach of children and away from pets. Before using Cepmaxlox 200, it is necessary to check the expiry date indicated on the product packaging, especially for home-stored medicines.
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