Generic Name: Zyvox (sef poe DOX eem) Brand Names: Zyvox
Before taking Zyvox, tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, a seizure disorder, a thyroid or adrenal gland disorder, kidney or liver disease, bone marrow suppression, or a weak immune system. Take Zyvox for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. To be sure Zyvox is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor. Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to. While you are using Zyvox, avoid taking an "SSRI" antidepressant without telling your doctor. This includes Celexa, Lexapro, Prozac, Luvox, Paxil, or Zoloft. Taking an SSRI antidepressant together with Zyvox can cause symptoms such as anxiety, high fever, sweating, chills or goosebumps, memory problems, trouble concentrating, loss of coordination, or muscle spasms. Eating tyramine while you are taking Zyvox can raise your blood pressure to dangerous levels. Avoid foods that have a high level of tyramine, such as aged cheeses or meats, pickled or fermented meats, smoked or air-dried meats, sauerkraut, soy sauce, tap beer, red wine, or any meat, cheese, or other protein-based food that has been improperly stored. You should become very familiar with the list of foods you must avoid while you are taking Zyvox. Cefpodoxime may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Take Zyvox exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Take this medicine with a full glass of water.
Zyvox can be taken with or without food.
Take Zyvox for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Some infections need to be treated for up to 28 days. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. Zyvox will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.
Before taking the oral suspension (liquid), gently mix it by turning the bottle upside down 3 to 5 times. Do not shake. Measure the liquid with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
To be sure Zyvox is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
Store Zyvox at room temperature away from moisture and heat. The liquid form of Zyvox should be stored at room temperature, but throw away any unused liquid that is more than 21 days old.
