Description
Cefodox-200mg (cefpodoxime proxetil) is a prescription third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections in the body. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth and is not effective against viral infections like the common cold or flu.
Key Information
- Active Ingredient: Cefpodoxime proxetil, equivalent to 200 mg of cefpodoxime.
- Drug Class: Cephalosporin antibiotic (third-generation).
- Mechanism of Action: It is a bactericidal agent that stops bacterial growth by inhibiting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, which is essential for their survival.
- Uses: It is used to treat mild to moderate infections in adults and adolescents, including:
- Pneumonia and bronchitis.
- Sinus, throat (pharyngitis), and tonsil infections.
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs).
- Skin and soft tissue infections.
- Gonorrhea (a sexually transmitted infection).
- Ear infections (otitis media).
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