Cepo 100 mg Syrup belongs to the group of cephalosporin antibiotics used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Cepo 100 mg Syrup does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Cepo 100 mg Syrup contains 'Cefpodoxime', which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Cepo 100 mg Syrup works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering (cell wall), which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, Cepo 100 mg Syrup kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of bacterial infections.

In some cases, Cepo 100 mg Syrup may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea (watery or loose stool), abdominal pain, loss of appetite, bloating, skin rash and itching. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Talk to your doctor if you have/had inflammation in the bowel, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Cepo 100 mg Syrup may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects. 

Cepo 100 mg Syrup belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called 'cephalosporins' used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. Cepo 100 mg Syrup is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria. Cepo 100 mg Syrup works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

• Diarrhoea (loose or watery stool)
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Loss of appetite
• Bloating

Do not take Cepo 100 mg Syrup if you are allergic to cefpodoxime or any antibiotics. Before taking Cepo 100 mg Syrup, let your doctor know if you have/had inflammation in bowel, kidney or liver problems. Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Cepo 100 mg Syrup to prevent unpleasant side effects. Cepo 100 mg Syrup may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. 

• Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
• Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.