Description

Cef – DP 100 mg, 200 mg Tablet

Manufactured by: SkyEc Pharma

Doses form: Tablet

Presentation: 

Cef – DP 100 Tablets: Pack of Strip of 10 Tablets
Cef – DP 200 Tablets: Pack of Strip of 10 Tablets

Ingredients & Composition:

Each film-coated Cef – DP tablet contains:

Cefpodoxime proxetil  IP    equivalent to 100 / 200 mg Cefpodoxime

Description / Action: 

Cef – DP 100 mg / 200 mg Tablets contain cefpodoxime proxetil a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It is effective against most Gram-positive and Gram negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. Cefpodoxime’s long half-life allows for once-daily dosing, which can result in increased compliance and better clinical outcomes. It is effective in treating skin infections (wounds and abscesses) in dogs. Cef-DP film-coated tablets improve stability, easier administration.

Class: Antibiotics / Third Generation Cephalosporin

Indication / Uses:

Cef – DP tablets are indicated for/in
• Skin infections (wounds and abscesses),
• Respiratory tract infection,
• Urogenital tract infections &
• Gastrointestinal infections

Dosage and administration:

5 – 10 mg/kg body weight, administer orally

Frequency:

Every 24 hours for 5 to 7 days or for 2 to 3 days beyond the cessation of clinical signs,
Discontinue if the response is not seen within 3 to 4 days

Species: Dogs and cats

Overdoses / Side effects / Contraindications /Warnings:

Do not use in pets having a history of hypersensitivity for Cefpodoxime or other cephalosporins. Use with caution in patients having a renal disease (dose adjustment may be needed). May cause GI disturbance as the most common adverse effect/side effect.  Overdose related side effects have not been mentioned by the manufacturer. In case of accidental overdosing consult your veterinarian immediately.

Pharmaceutical precautions / Instructions: 

Store in a cool and dry place. Protect from light. Strictly for veterinary use.

Safety: Age / Pregnancy/ Withdrawal:

Age-related instructions and Safety regarding use in breeding and lactating animals have not been stated.

Always follow the recommended dose.

Habit forming:  No

Substitute: Nepocef CV Tablets, Cefpet XL Tablets, Kefodoxime Tablets, Kefodoxime Vet DS 50 100 mg Suspension, CefPET Tablet / CefPET Dry Syrup, Pawxy 100 200 mg Cefpodoxime Tablets, HestaCef CV Tablets, HestaCef CV Dry Syrup, PETOCEF Dry Syrup, WigShield Tablets, SMPLYCEF-CV Tablets,

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