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Monocef-O 200 Tablet

About this medicine

Monocef-O 200 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, and throat. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms. Monocef-O 200 Tablet should be taken regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. Taking this medicine along with some food may help to prevent indigestion and upset stomach. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you. Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Uses

  • Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits

Monocef-O 200 Tablet kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Monocef-O 200 Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How it works

Monocef-O 200 Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall), which is needed for them to survive. This weakens the bacteria, causing them to die. As a result, the infection is controlled, and the body's immune system can effectively eliminate the remaining bacteria.

Common side effects

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)

Not everyone gets these. Tell your doctor if any side effect bothers you or does not go away.

Safety advice

  • AlcoholConsult your doctor

    It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Monocef-O 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

  • PregnancyConsult your doctor

    The safety of Monocef-O 200 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

  • BreastfeedingSafe if prescribed

    Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.

  • DrivingUnsafe

    Monocef-O 200 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

  • KidneyCaution

    Monocef-O 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

  • LiverSafe if prescribed

    Monocef-O 200 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Monocef-O 200 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Interactions with other medicines

-Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route): Severe Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Cefpodoxime Proxetil. Please consult your doctor. Cefpodoxime Proxetil may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated). | -Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route): Severe Cefpodoxime Proxetil may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Cefpodoxime Proxetil may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.

Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Cefpodoxime Proxetil. If Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine is essential, ensure a gap of at least 3 days after discontinuing Cefpodoxime Proxetil. Please consult your doctor. | -Cimetidine (Oral Route): Moderate To take Cefpodoxime Proxetil, ensure a gap of at least 2 hours before taking Cimetidine. Cimetidine may reduce blood levels of Cefpodoxime Proxetil. | -Dexlansoprazole (Oral Route): Moderate If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Dexlansoprazole may reduce blood levels of Cefpodoxime Proxetil. | -Esomeprazole (Oral Route): Moderate If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Esomeprazole may reduce blood levels of Cefpodoxime Proxetil.

Storage

Store below 30°C

Product details

Composition
Cefpodoxime Proxetil (200mg)
Marketer
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Marketer address
Mercantile Chamber, 3rd Floor, 12, J.N. Heredia Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai – 400 001, India. / Regd, Office: 23 -A Shah Industrial Estate, Off Veera Desai Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai-400053 Maharashtra, India
Product form
Tablet
Pack
strip of 10 tablets
Therapeutic class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Habit forming
No
Country of origin
India

Frequently asked questions

Is Monocef-O 200 Tablet safe to use?

Monocef-O 200 Tablet is safe to use at the prescribed dose for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Can the use of Monocef-O 200 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Monocef-O 200 Tablet can cause diarrhea. Monocef-O 200 Tablet is an antibiotic that kills harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach and intestines and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Is Monocef-O 200 Tablet an antibiotic?

Yes, Monocef-O 200 Tablet is an antibiotic. It belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.

Can Monocef-O 200 Tablet cause constipation?

Yes, Monocef-O 200 Tablet may cause constipation as a side effect. However, taking mild laxatives may provide relief if you feel constipated. Also, take a fiber-rich diet including fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole wheat grains, and avoid taking oily and spicy food as it will only worsen your condition. If your constipation gets worse, please consult your doctor.

Can I stop taking Monocef-O 200 Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Monocef-O 200 Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.

How long does Monocef-O 200 Tablet take to work?

Usually, Monocef-O 200 Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

What if I do not get better after using Monocef-O 200 Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can Monocef-O 200 Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?

Yes, Monocef-O 200 Tablet may be used to treat UTI (urinary tract infection). Studies suggest that it has better tolerance and helps to treat symptoms of UTI such as foul-smelling urine, frequent urination, vaginal irritation, vaginal discharge, stomach pain, etc., effectively. However, not everyone may be prescribed Monocef-O 200 Tablet. It is advisable to take it only if prescribed by a doctor.

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