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Monopod 50mg Injection

Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg)

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Monopod 50mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs( eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and skin. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.

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Last updated on 12 Mar 2026 | 04:24 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg)

Marketer

Care Formulation Labs Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Monopod 50mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should use it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Using it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, nausea, and diarrhea. Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Uses of Monopod Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Monopod Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Monopod 50mg Injection kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Monopod Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Monopod

Limited data available

How to use Monopod Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Monopod Injection works

Monopod 50mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Monopod 50mg Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Monopod 50mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Your doctor has prescribed Monopod 50mg Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Monopod 50mg Injection as it may cause increased side effects.
Discontinue Monopod 50mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Monopod 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Monopod 50mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Monopod 50mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Avoid prolonged use of Monopod 50mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

UNSAFE

Monopod 50mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Monopod 50mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Monopod 50mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Monopod with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Cefpodoxime Proxetil may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Cefpodoxime Proxetil may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.

Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Cefpodoxime Proxetil. Please consult your doctor. Cefpodoxime Proxetil may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).

Moderate

Amikacin (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.

Moderate

Kanamycin (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.

Moderate

Streptomycin (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.

Frequently asked questions

Is Monopod 50mg Injection safe to use?

Monopod 50mg Injection is safe to use at the prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

How is Monopod 50mg Injection administered?

Monopod 50mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Monopod 50mg Injection.

Can the use of Monopod 50mg Injection cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Monopod 50mg Injection can cause diarrhea. Monopod 50mg Injection is an antibiotic that kills harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Is Monopod 50mg Injection an antibiotic?

Yes, Monopod 50mg Injection is an antibiotic, it belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.

Can Monopod 50mg Injection cause constipation?

Yes, Monopod 50mg Injection may cause constipation as a side effect. However, taking mild laxatives may provide relief if you feel constipated. Also, take a fiber-rich diet including fresh fruits, vegetables, whole wheat grains, and avoid taking oily and spicy food as it will only worsen your condition. If your constipation gets worse, please consult your doctor.

Can I stop taking Monopod 50mg Injection when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Monopod 50mg Injection before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But, it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.

How long does Monopod 50mg Injection take to work?

Usually, Monopod 50mg Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

What if I do not get better after using Monopod 50mg Injection?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can Monopod 50mg Injection treat UTI?

Yes, Monopod 50mg Injection may be used to treat UTI (Urinary Tract Infection). Studies suggest that it has better tolerance and helps to treat symptoms of UTI such as foul-smelling urine, frequent urination, vaginal irritation, vaginal discharge, stomach pain, etc., effectively. However, not everyone may be prescribed Monopod 50mg Injection. It is advisable to take it only if prescribed by a doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cephalosporins

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Third-Generation Cephalosporins

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 226-27.
Cefpodoxime Proxetil. Puurs - Belgium: Pharmacia N.V./S.A.; 2003. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Care Formulation Labs Pvt Ltd
Address: D-1659, DSIIDC, Narela Industrial Area, Delhi, 110040 / E-673, DSIIDC Industrial Area, Narela, Delhi-110040 / C-592, D.S.I.I.D.C., Narela Industrial Area, Delhi-110040

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Monopod Injection

Benefits of Monopod Injection

Side effects of Monopod Injection

How to use Monopod Injection

How Monopod Injection works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Amikacin (Injection Route)

Kanamycin (Injection Route)

Streptomycin (Injection Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is Monopod 50mg Injection safe to use?

How is Monopod 50mg Injection administered?

Can the use of Monopod 50mg Injection cause diarrhea?

Is Monopod 50mg Injection an antibiotic?

Can Monopod 50mg Injection cause constipation?

Can I stop taking Monopod 50mg Injection when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

How long does Monopod 50mg Injection take to work?

What if I do not get better after using Monopod 50mg Injection?

Can Monopod 50mg Injection treat UTI?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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