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Cefpodoxime proxetil Uses, Side Effects, and More

 Cefpodoxime proxetil

Brand name:- cefoprox ,cepodem,DOXCEF 100,200mg cap. 

Cefpodoxime Proxetil 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.

Pharmacodynamic:- 

Cefpodoxime is shown to be effective against most Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria, except Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococcus, and Bacteroides fragilis.

Mechanism of action:- 


Cefpodoxime is active against a wide spectrum of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Cefpodoxime is stable in the presence of beta-lactamase enzymes. As a result, many organisms resistant to penicillins and cephalosporins, due to their production of beta-lactamase, may be susceptible to cefpodoxime. Cefpodoxime is inactivated by certain extended spectrum beta-lactamases. The bactericidal activity of cefpodoxime results from its inhibition of cell wall synthesis. The active metabolite of cefpodoxime binds preferentially to penicillin binding protein 3, which inhibits production of peptidoglycan, the primary constituent of bacterial cell walls.

Used:-

Used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

 Side effects:- 

Diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, or headache may occur.

Dose:- 200mg BD (max 800mg/day)

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