PODOYES-OF (Cefpodoxime + Ofloxacin)

PODOYES-OF (Cefpodoxime + Ofloxacin)

MOA

1. Cefpodoxime inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis
2. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase
3. Broad-spectrum antibacterial action
4. Effective against gram-positive bacteria
5. Effective against gram-negative bacteria
6. Prevents bacterial replication
7. Leads to bacterial death

Uses

1. Respiratory infections
2. Urinary tract infections
3. Typhoid
4. Gastrointestinal infections
5. Skin infections
6. ENT infections
7. Pediatric bacterial infections

Side Effects

1. Diarrhea
2. Nausea
3. Abdominal pain
4. Headache
5. Dizziness
6. Rash
7. Antibiotic-associated colitis

Precautions

1. Complete full antibiotic course
2. Avoid misuse (resistance risk)
3. Use cautiously in renal impairment
4. Avoid in pregnancy unless advised
5. Monitor for diarrhea
6. Avoid self-medication
7. Take with food

Tags: Cefpodoxime + Ofloxacin