Monocef O 200 Tablet 10

Here are some of the uses of Monocef O 200 mg tablet:

• Bronchitis: It is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulates air passage in your lungs. Monocef O 200 mg Tablet is used to treat bronchitis caused by bacteria. It also treats chronic bronchitis (long-term bronchi inflammation) and subsequent bronchitis episodes.
• Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP): It refers to pneumonia (lung infection) acquired outside the hospital. CAP can be bacterial. Monocef O 200 mg Tablet treats CAP caused by bacteria like Mycoplasma pneumonia, Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
• Sinusitis: It is the swelling of membranes that line your nose and surrounding sinuses. Bacteria often cause it, and sometimes viruses and fungi. You may experience a stuffed nose and pain or pressure behind your eyes, nose, cheeks, or forehead. Monocef O 200 mg Tablet treats bacterial sinusitis and relieves it in three to eight weeks.
• Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis: Pharyngitis and tonsillitis are infections that cause swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils. If the infection affects both the throat and the tonsils, it is called pharyngotonsillitis. Monocef O 200 mg Tablet treats pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and pharyngotonsillitis.
• Skin and soft tissue infections: It occur when bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. Monocef O 200 mg Tablet treats all skin infections, including abscesses caused by bacteria.
• Cystitis: It is the swelling of the urinary bladder, usually caused by a bacterial infection. Cystitis is more common in women because their urethra is much shorter, so bacteria can enter the bladder more easily. Monocef O 200 mg Tablet is used to treat cystitis caused by bacteria like E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella species.

Monocef-O 200 tablet should be taken as your doctor recommends.

• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water after your meal to avoid stomach discomfort.
• Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. 
• It would be best to take it at a fixed time for optimal results. 
• It would be best if you consumed what your doctor prescribes.

Monocef O 200 mg tablet is administered orally, making it a convenient and less invasive treatment option for patients.

Monocef O 200 mg tablet contains cefpodoxime proxetil as its active ingredient, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. The pharmacological mechanism of action of cefpodoxime proxetil involves inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, ultimately leading to bacterial death.

Cefpodoxime proxetil has a broad spectrum of activity against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Staphylococcus aureus. It is rapidly absorbed after oral administration, achieving therapeutic concentrations in the blood within one to two hours after ingestion.

• Store Monocef O 200 mg tablet at room temperature (15-25ºC).
• Please protect it from light and moisture.
• Keep Monocef O 200 mg tablet away from children.
• Do not use Monocef O 200 mg tablet after the expiry date has passed.

• Consume foods high in fibre, such as whole grains, legumes, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas.
• Antibiotics may disrupt the beneficial bacteria in the stomach that aid digestion. As a result, probiotic-rich foods such as yoghurt/curd and buttermilk are recommended.
• Refrain from drinking alcohol and using tobacco.
• Avoid caffeine: Limit the consumption of caffeine-containing drinks like coffee, tea, and energy drinks. Caffeine can increase the risk of side effects like nervousness, restlessness, and irregular heartbeat.
• Follow a healthy diet: Eat a balanced and healthy diet rich in vitamins and minerals to boost your immune system. Avoid foods high in fats, sugar, and salt.
• Practice good hygiene by washing your hands frequently and maintaining good personal hygiene to prevent spreading infections.

• Complete the Monocef O 200 mg Tablet treatment course to avoid antibiotic resistance. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.
• Taking Monocef O 200 mg tablet with food or immediately after a meal is recommended. This helps in better absorption of the medication and reduces the chances of gastrointestinal side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and stomach pain.
• If you experience a rash, itchy skin, facial or oral swelling, or breathing difficulties, stop taking Monocef O 200 mg Tablet and call your doctor immediately.