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Cefpodoxime Survey

A nationwide, multicenter cross sectional, observational, questionnaire-based survey to assess physician's perspectives and opinion towards the utilization of Cefpodoxime Proxetil (Syrup /Tablets) in Pediatric and Adult Patients

Name of Doctor *

Address *

Speciality *

Email ID *

Mobile Number *

The questions to be answered by the Healthcare Professional. Following are questions

Please indicate your specialty *

Pediatrician ENT Surgeon General Practitioner Physician/Surgeon specialized in Medicine Any other

How often do you prescribe Cefpodoxime Proxetil (syrup/tablets)? *

Always Often Occasionally Rarely Never

What is your primary reason for prescribing Cefpodoxime Proxetil over other antibiotics? *

Efficacy Safety profile Cost-effectiveness Patient preference Spectrum of activity Any other

How do you assess the appropriateness of Cefpodoxime Proxetil for a specific patient's condition? *

Based on clinical guidelines After culture and susceptibility testing Empirical treatment based on symptoms Combination of the above Any other

How do you manage treatment failure or resistance with Cefpodoxime Proxetil? *

Switch to another antibiotic Perform additional diagnostic tests Extend the duration of treatment Consult a specialist Any other

Do you routinely perform susceptibility testing before prescribing Cefpodoxime Proxetil? *

Yes No

How do you educate your patients about the importance of completing the full course of Cefpodoxime Proxetil treatment? *

Provide written instructions Discuss verbally during consultation Both written and verbal instructions Do not routinely educate Any other

Have you encountered any cases of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea in patients treated with Cefpodoxime Proxetil? *

Yes No

Do you routinely monitor liver and renal function tests in patients receiving Cefpodoxime Proxetil? *

Yes No

How do you assess the appropriateness of Cefpodoxime Proxetil dosing in special populations, such as obese patients or those with renal impairment? *

Use actual body weight or adjusted body weight Adjust based on renal function Consult a pharmacist or specialist Any other

How do you approach the use of Cefpodoxime Proxetil in patients with a history of penicillin allergy? *

Avoid prescribing Prescribe with caution and monitor Perform allergy testing Consult an allergist Any other

How do you prioritize the use of Cefpodoxime Proxetil compared to other antibiotics in your practice? *

First-line choice Second-line choice Alternative choice Rarely or never used Any other

How do you assess and manage potential central nervous system (CNS) side effects of Cefpodoxime Proxetil? *

Ask about symptoms during follow-up visits Perform neurological examinations Monitor for seizures or other CNS symptoms Any other

Can you describe a clinical scenario where you found Cefpodoxime Proxetil to be particularly effective or ineffective? *

What challenges, if any, have you encountered when prescribing Cefpodoxime Proxetil in your clinical practice? *