Dose adjustment in renal impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Leaflet FOREXO 200mg film-coated tablets
- Product code:
- W59415002
- Quantity:
- 20
- Indicated for:
- bacterial infections
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- cefpodoxime (cephalosporin antibiotic)
- ATC
- J01DD13 — Antiinfectives for systemic use | Other beta-lactam antibacterials | Third-generation cephalosporins
Precautions:
Anaphylaxis
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
Colitis / severe diarrhea
Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea occurs.
Cefpodoxime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including respiratory infections, skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections, and otitis media. It is effective against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria.
The medication is taken orally, usually twice daily, and the dosage is adjusted based on the severity of the infection and the patient's weight. Cefpodoxime is well-tolerated and is often used in outpatient settings for mild to moderate infections.
Patients should complete the treatment as directed by their doctor to prevent the development of bacterial resistance. It is important to monitor for potential side effects, such as allergic reactions or gastrointestinal disturbances.
Side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, or, in rare cases, severe allergic reactions. Patients should inform their doctor of any unusual symptoms.
The medication is taken orally, usually twice daily, and the dosage is adjusted based on the severity of the infection and the patient's weight. Cefpodoxime is well-tolerated and is often used in outpatient settings for mild to moderate infections.
Patients should complete the treatment as directed by their doctor to prevent the development of bacterial resistance. It is important to monitor for potential side effects, such as allergic reactions or gastrointestinal disturbances.
Side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, or, in rare cases, severe allergic reactions. Patients should inform their doctor of any unusual symptoms.
General data about FOREXO 200mg
- Substance:
- cefpodoxime
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-06-2026
- Product code:
- W59415002
- Concentration:
- 200mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- film-coated tablets
- Quantity:
- 20
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Price:
- 91.26 RON
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Pharmaceutical forms available for cefpodoxime
Concentrations available for cefpodoxime
- 100mg
- 200mg
- 8mg/ml