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Cymodo has the main ingredient Cefpodoxime (corresponding to cefpodoxime proxetil 200mg), the dosage form of film-coated tablets. Complying with indications, the dose of Cymodo will help patients improve treatment effectiveness and avoid unwanted side effects.
1. What is Cymodo? Uses
Cymodo is a prescription drug, belonging to the group of anti-infective drugs. Cefpodoxime in Cymodo is a 3rd generation cephalosporin antibiotic with a broad antibacterial spectrum against many gram (-) and gram (+) bacteria.
When absorbed into the body, Cefpodoxime will inhibit bacterial cell wall synthesis. As a result, bacterial cells will lyse and die. Cefpodoxime is more effective in the presence of beta-lactamase enzymes.
Cymodo drug is used to treat gram-positive cocci such as streptococcus, pneumococcus, staphylococcus... At the same time, this drug also works with gram-negative cocci, gram-positive and gram-negative bacilli.
In general, Cymodo is effective against most bacteria after in vitro and bacteria causing urinary tract infections, upper and lower respiratory tract infections or gonorrhea,...
2. Indications of the drug Cymodo
Cymodo-200 is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment of infectious diseases in the lower respiratory tract such as: Community-acquired pneumonia, chronic bronchitis. Treatment of acute otitis media. Treatment of mild to moderate urinary tract infections. Treatment of acute gonorrhea in the anorectal or female endometrium. Treatment of gonorrhea in the urethra in both men and women without complications. Treatment of uncomplicated skin infections.
3. Contraindications to taking Cymodo
Cymodo drug is contraindicated for:
People with hypersensitivity to cefpodoxime components and active ingredients in the drug. People with hypersensitivity to penicillin or beta-lactam antibiotics. Newborns under 15 days old.
4. Dosage and how to use Cymodo
How to use: Cymodo is taken orally, with or without food. Cymodo tablets should be swallowed whole by the patient. Breaking, chewing, or crushing Cymodo can increase side effects.
Dosage:
For adults and children over 13 years old:
Treatment of acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis and mild pneumonia: Take 1 tablet x 2 times/day. Each course of treatment usually lasts 10-14 days. Treatment of pharyngitis or tonsillitis: Take 1⁄2 tablets/time x 2 times/day. Each course of treatment can last from 5-7-10 days. Treatment of skin infections: Take 2 tablets / time x 2 times / day. Each course of treatment can last from 7-14 days. Treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections: Take 1⁄2 tablets/time x 2 times/day. Each course of treatment can last from 7 days. Treatment of uncomplicated gonorrhea: Take 1 single tablet, then treat with oral doxycycline to prevent both Chlamydia infection. For children under 12 years old:
Treatment of acute otitis media: 5mg/kg body weight/time (maximum 200mg/day) x 2 times. Treatment of mild and moderate bronchitis/tonsillitis: Take 5mg/kg/time (maximum 100mg) x 2 times/day. Each course of treatment lasts about 5-10 days. For children over 9 years old:
Dose 1⁄2 tablets/time x2 times/day. How to deal with missed dose, overdose of Cymodo:
In case of forgetting dose of Cymodo, it is advisable to supplement as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose of Cymodo and use a new dose. When using Cymodo drug overdose, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, epigastric pain may occur. Patients need to stop the drug immediately and go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment. .
5. Undesirable effects of the drug Cymodo
When using Cymodo, patients may experience unwanted effects such as:
Common: Headache, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, rash, urticaria, itching. Uncommon: Fever, rash, anaphylactic reactions, hepatitis, liver enzyme disorders, cholestatic jaundice. Rare: eosinophilia, blood disorders, interstitial nephritis, hyperactivity, insomnia, irritability, confusion, dizziness. If you experience the above symptoms, you need to stop using Cymodo and notify your doctor or pharmacist for appropriate treatment.
6. Cymodo drug interactions
Cymodo may have drug interactions if combined with antacids.
7. Notes when using Cymodo
Care should be taken when administering Cymodo to people who drive or operate machinery. Care should be taken when using Cymodo for people with severe liver and kidney failure. Pregnant and lactating women should consult their doctor before taking Cymodo. Absolutely do not use when Cymodo has signs of discoloration, mold, watery or expired. Above is all information about Cymodo drug, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy Cymodo home treatment because there may be unwanted side effects.
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