Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's

Question 1

How does Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's work?

Accepted Answer

Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Question 2

Does Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's cause diarrhoea?

Accepted Answer

Diarrhoea is the common side effect of Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's. Drink lots of water and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you observe blood in stools (tarry stools) or have severe diarrhoea (vomiting or watery stool), immediately consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Question 3

Can I stop taking Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's on my own?

Accepted Answer

It is recommended to complete the course of Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic-resistance).

Question 4

Does Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's cause stomach upset?

Accepted Answer

Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's may cause stomach upset as a side effect. To avoid this, take Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's preferably with food. Taking Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's with food helps in increasing its absorption in the body.

Question 5

Does Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's affect blood tests?

Accepted Answer

Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's may affect the results of urine tests for sugar and blood tests known as coomb’s test (antiglobulin test). Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's induces a positive direct Coombs test giving a false positive test. Therefore, inform the person performing the tests that you are taking Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's.

Question 6

Can I take antacids or antiulcer medicines with Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's?

Accepted Answer

Do not take antacids and anti-ulcer medicines along with Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's. Try to maintain at least a gap of 2-3 hours between both. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Cefoprox-200 Tablet 10's.

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