Macpod-O Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called broad-spectrum antibiotics, which are used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs (pneumonia), sinus (sinusitis), bladder (cystitis), ear infections, etc. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Macpod-O Tablet does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu. Using antibiotics when they aren't required can make them not work (develop antibiotic resistance) for future contaminations.

Macpod-O Tablet is a combination of two antibiotic drugs: Ofloxacin and Cefpodoxime. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase, which is required for DNA replication, transcription and repair. Cefpodoxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering (cell wall), which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, it kills the bacteria (bactericidal) and helps treat and prevent the spread of bacterial infections. Together, Macpod-O Tablet helps in treating bacterial infections.

Take Macpod-O Tablet with or without food. The dose and duration of Macpod-O Tablet can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. Sometimes, you may experience common side effects such as dizziness, pain in the lower legs, neck pain, stomach pain and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before starting Macpod-O Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic) or kidney or liver problems. Do not take Macpod-O Tablet on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Macpod-O Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Macpod-O Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness. Macpod-O Tablet is not recommended for use in children.

Macpod-O Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics, which treat bacterial infections like urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, sexually transmitted infections, soft tissue infections, and ear and eye infections. Macpod-O Tablet is a combination of two antibiotic drugs: Ofloxacin and Cefpodoxime. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase, which is required for DNA replication, transcription and repair. Cefpodoxime inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby killing the bacteria. Together, Macpod-O Tablet helps in treating bacterial infections. Macpod-O Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

• Dizziness
• Pain in lower legs
• Loss of appetite
• Neck pain
• Headache
• Stomach Pain

Do not take Macpod-O Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Do not take Macpod-O Tablet if you have epilepsy or kidney problems. Maintain a minimum gap of two hours between Macpod-O Tablet and antacid, vitamin and mineral medicines. Consult your doctor before taking Macpod-O Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Macpod-O Tablet as it causes increased dizziness. Macpod-O Tablet is not recommended for use in children.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Macpod-O Tablet may have interaction with vitamin supplements (calcium/vitamin D), diuretic medication (furosemide), Pin killer (aspirin), and bronchodilators (albuterol).

Drug-Food Interactions:  Avoid intake of milk and dairy products.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Macpod-O Tablet may interact with tendonitis (inflammation in tendons), epilepsy, kidney, and liver problems.

• ASPIRIN
• FUROSEMIDE
• ALBUTEROL

• It would be best to take probiotics after taking the full course of Macpod-O Tablet to restore some healthy intestinal bacteria that may have been killed.
• Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
• Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after taking an antibiotic course. Whole grains, like whole-grain bread and brown rice, should be included in your diet.
• Avoid taking too much calcium-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Macpod-O Tablet .
• Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Macpod-O Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Macpod-O Tablet in fighting off infections.

• Macpod-O Tablet may affect coagulation test or prothrombin time (time taken for blood clotting), liver function, and serum tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Macpod-O Tablet .
• Diabetes patients who take blood tests should inform their doctor about your use of Macpod-O Tablet .
• It may cause live bacterial vaccines (such as typhoid) not to work unless your doctor tells you to and does not have any immunizations/vaccinations while using this medication.
• Macpod-O Tablet contains ofloxacin, which might produce false-positive urine screening results for opiates. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Macpod-O Tablet .

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is when harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria come in various forms, commonly spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. However, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.