Introduction

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Uses of Duo-5

Respiratory tract infection

Side effects of Duo-5

Nausea
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Headache

How to use Duo-5

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Duo-5 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Duo-5 works

Duo-5 is a combination of two medicines: Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Clavulanic Acid. Cefpodoxime Proxetil is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefpodoxime Proxetil against bacteria.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Cepodem XP 325 Tablet may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Stop taking Cepodem XP 325 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Duo-5. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Duo-5 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Duo-5 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Duo-5 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.\nDuo-5 may cause side effects such as allergic reactions, dizziness or fits that may make you unfit to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Duo-5 should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Duo-5 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Duo-5 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.