Cefpodoxime Prescription Online

Cefpodoxime - Overview

Cefpodoxime is a type of antibiotic medication used in the treatment of infections proven or strongly suspected to be cause by an infectious agent susceptible to cefpodoxime. People who need a cefpodoxime proxetil prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe cefpodoxime 100 mg or cefpodoxime 200 mg tablets when appropriate to do so.

What Is Cefpodoxime Used For?

Cefpodoxime prescription medication, previously marketed under the brand name Vantin, is a semi-synthetic medication that belongs to a class of medications known as cephalosporin antibiotics. Like other cephalosporin medications such as cefaclor (Ceclor), cefadroxil (Duricef, Ultracef), cefdinir (Omnicef), cefixime (Suprax), cefuroxime (Ceftin), and cephalexin (Keflex), cefpodoxime kills bacteria by blocking the synthesis of cell walls in bacteria. Cefpodoxime has demonstrated activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Cefpodoxime is indicated for a variety of infectious conditions, including bronchitis, gonorrhea, otitis media, skin infections, streptococcal pharyngitis and urinary tract infections (UTIs).

Cefpodoxime - Dosage and Cost

Rather than being active in its initial form, cefpodoxime proxetil is considered a prodrug - a compound which is broken down by the body into an active drug. After oral administration, approximately half of the administered dose of cefpodoxime proxetil is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. When taken with food, the absorption of cefpodoxime is delayed. In the plasma, only a smaller percentage of cefpodoxime is found bound to proteins. Following metabolism, cefpodoxime proxetil is broken down into cefpodoxime which, eventually, is excreted by the body into the urine. Generic cefpodoxime is moderately affordable, costing approximately $2 per cefpodoxime 200 mg tablet at many pharmacies in the United States. Additionally, cefpodoxime coupons can sometimes be found online or through other sources for people paying out of pocket. Some insurance plans may cover some or all of the costs associated with a cefpodoxime tablet prescription. Cefpodoxime is available as granules used to make an oral suspension and in the form of film-coated tablets.

Can I Buy Cefpodoxime Online?

One cannot just buy cefpodoxime online because cefpodoxime is designated as a prescription medication in the United States because of the potential for medication resistance to develop when used and its strong side effects. Cefpodoxime OTC is not available either at pharmacies. People who need a cefpodoxime proxetil prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe cefpodoxime medication, including cefpodoxime 100 mg and cefpodoxime 200 mg tablets, when appropriate to do so.

Cefpodoxime - Side Effects

Cefpodoxime prescription medication can cause side effects when used but is typically tolerated well. Concerns about use of cefpodoxime medication should be discussed with a medical provider and pharmacist prior to use. Side effects that may result from cefpodoxime use include nausea, diarrhea, headache, abdominal pain, fatigue, malaise and yeast infections. Cefpodoxime medication use can lead to C. difficile infections. Care should be taken when cefpodoxime is used concomitantly with antacids or other nephrotoxic medications. Bacterial resistance is always a concern when using cefpodoxime and the medication should be used judiciously as a result. Cefpodoxime medication and alcohol should not be used together. People with an allergy or hypersensitivity to cefpodoxime prescription medication or other cephalosporin medication should not use the medication.

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