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Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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Alna Biotech Pvt Ltd

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About Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL

Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used to treat several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, ears, nose, throat, chest, and lungs. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL does not work against infections caused by the virus.

Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefixime and Dicloxacillin.  Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Take Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. You may experience vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, indigestion, or vaginal itching in some cases. Most of these side effects of Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL, penicillins, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL. Dicloxacillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Therefore, discuss with your doctor about other contraceptive methods such as using non-hormonal birth control measures such as condoms, spermicide, or diaphragm to avoid pregnancy while taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL. Drive only if you are alert as Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL may reduce alertness or cause confusion. You are recommended to complete the full course of Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.

Uses of Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL

Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Do not take Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL while going to bed or lying down to prevent stomach irritation or heartburn.

Medicinal Benefits

Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL is a combination of two broad-spectrum antibiotics: Cefixime and Dicloxacillin that act against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections. Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL, penicillins, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney or liver problems, asthma, bleeding or blood clotting disorder, or stomach or intestinal disorder such as inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL. Dicloxacillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Therefore, discuss with your doctor about other contraceptive methods such as using non-hormonal birth control measures such as condoms, spermicide, or diaphragm to avoid pregnancy while taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL. Drive only if you are alert as Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL may reduce alertness or cause confusion. You are recommended to complete the full course of Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and give unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are using Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL before undergoing any tests.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefiximeCholera, live attenuated
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CefiximeCholera, live attenuated
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How does the drug interact with Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL:
Co-administration of Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL with Cholera vaccine may reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL:
Co-administration of methotrexate with Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL can increase the levels and effects of methotrexate. This can increase the risk or severity of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between methotrexate and Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, mouth ulcers, paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, sore throat, body aches. Consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take probiotics after completing the full course of Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
  • Include fiber-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase adverse effects.

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Therapeutic Class

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FAQs

The Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL contains Cefixime and Dicloxacillin which work by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL may be used to treat lung infection caused by bacteria. Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and prevents the spread of infection. But should be used only when prescribed by a doctor.

Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists, worsens, or notices blood or mucus in stools, avoid taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL and consult a doctor immediately.

You are not recommended to take Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL with warfarin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase bleeding risk. However, please consult your doctor before taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL with other medicines.

Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL is not used to treat viral infections. Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL is an antibiotic which is used to treat only bacterial infections.

You are not recommended to stop taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL, please consult your doctor.

Dicloxacillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Therefore, discuss with your doctor about other contraceptive methods such as using non-hormonal birth control measures such as condom, spermicide or diaphragm to avoid pregnancy while taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • AZITHROMYCIN

Special Advise

  • If you are about to undergo any blood or urine tests, inform your doctor that you are taking Cefupop 200mg/500mg Tablet XL as it may interfere with these tests.
  • Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.

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