Duo-5200mg+125mg
Rx- Generic:
- Cefpodoxime + Clavulanic Acid
- Company:
- Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Strip (4 Tablet)
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৳ 50/unit
Pack: ৳ 200
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At a glance
Cefpodoxime + Clavulanic Acid is a combination of two medicines used to treat respiratory tract bacterial infections and prevents further growth and spread of microorganisms.
Indications
- Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
- Acute community acquired pneumonia
- Pharyngitis or tonsillitis
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Uncomplicated gonorrhea
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
Dosage
Adult Dose (12 years and older):
| Infection Type | Dose | Schedule | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acute Bronchitis, Acute Sinusitis | 200 mg (1 tablet) | 12 hourly | 10 days |
| Community-Acquired Pneumonia | 200 mg (1 tablet) | 12 hourly | 14 days |
| Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis | 100 mg (1/2 tablet) | 12 hourly | 5-10 days |
| Skin & Soft Tissue Infections | 200-400 mg (1-2 tablets) | 12 hourly | 7-14 days |
| Uncomplicated UTI | 100 mg (1/2 tablet) | 12 hourly | 7 days |
| Complicated UTI | 200 mg (1 tablet) | 12 hourly | 7 days |
| Uncomplicated Gonorrhea | 200 mg | Single dose | — |
Pediatric Dose (2 months-12 years): 10 mg/kg/day, 12 hourly (max 400 mg/day).
| Age | Dose | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| 6 months-2 years | 40 mg | 12 hourly |
| 3-8 years | 80 mg | 12 hourly |
| Over 9 years | 100 mg | 12 hourly |
Renal Dose:
| Creatinine Clearance (ml/min) | Dose Adjustment |
|---|---|
| 10-39 | Increase dosing intervals to 24 hourly |
| <10 | Increase dosing intervals to 48 hourly |
Hemodialysis patients: Dose should be given after each dialysis session.
Hepatic impairment: Dose adjustment not necessary.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Indigestion
Precautions & warnings
- [UNSAFE] Cefpodoxime + Clavulanic Acid may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Allergic reactions, dizziness or fits may make you unfit to drive.
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
- Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with it may help.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Stop taking it and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
- Cefpodoxime should be administered with caution to patients receiving concurrent treatment with diuretics.
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.