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Vanprox 200 is an antibiotic used in the treatment of: acute otitis media, sinusitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, pneumonia, gonorrhea, ... and some other bacterial infections. What does Vanprox 200 do, how to use it, let's find out the use of Vanprox through the article below.
1. What is Vanprox 200?
Ingredients: Cefpodoxime (in the form of Cefpodoxim proxetil) 200 mg
Drug group: Antiparasitic, anti-infective, antiviral, antifungal medicine
Dosage form: Hard capsule
Packing: Box of 1 blister x 6 tablets hard capsule
Manufacturer: Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
2. Uses of Vanprox 200
Indications:
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. How to use - Dosage of Vanprox 200
How to use: Drugs for oral use.
Dosage
Adults:
Upper respiratory tract infections, including tonsillitis and pharyngitis: 100mg 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: 100mg 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 200mg/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. Treatment in case of overdose
If an overdose occurs, notify your doctor immediately, or if you see unusual symptoms, you need to go to the hospital for timely treatment.
3. Side effects of Vanprox 200
Side effects reported in clinical trials were usually mild and transient, including: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, colitis, and headache. Rarely, hypersensitivity reactions, rash, pruritus, dizziness, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia or eosinophilia.
4. Special note and caution when using Vanprox 200
Contraindications:
Patients with a history of sensitivity to cefpodoxime proxetil. Notes and cautions:
Objects to note before use: the elderly, pregnant women, lactating women, children under 15 years old, people with liver failure, kidney failure, people who are allergic to any substance in the product's ingredients... Or subjects with myasthenia gravis, hepatic coma, stomach ulcers,...
Use for pregnant or lactating women
Need to be very careful Important, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Even tested products present risks to pregnant or nursing women.
Use for driving and operating machines
There are no specific reports on the effects of the product on people driving and operating machines. However, to be on the safe side, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist before using it.
5. Interaction of Vanprox 200
Plasma concentrations are reduced by approximately 30% when Cefpodoxime proxetil is prescribed with antacids or H2 inhibitors. When Cefpodoxime is administered concomitantly with compounds known to be nephrotoxic, renal function should be closely monitored. Plasma concentrations of cefpodoxime were increased when cefpodoxime was administered with probenecid . Changes in laboratory values: Cephalosporins cause a positive direct Coomb test. Storage
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, at a temperature below 30 degrees Celsius. Keep out of reach of children.
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