Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup

Composition Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg/5ml)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack bottle of 30 ml Dry Syrup
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Broad Spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)
Action Class Cephalosporins: 3 generation
Habbit Forming
Manufacturer Alleviate Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Manufacturer address SCF-108, Ground & Basement Floor, New Vegetable Market ,Sector 20,Panchkula-134116, Haryana, India

Give this medicine to your child an hour before or two hours after meals. If your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. Make sure to stick to the prescribed dose because it is given keeping in mind the type of infection, its severity, and the age and body weight of your child. In case your child gags and expels the medicine within 30 mins of intake, repeat the same dose but do not double dose if it’s the time for the next dose.

Do not give this medicine to your child in case of cold and flu symptoms as this medicine is an antibiotic and doesn’t work on infections caused by viruses. Doctors prescribe this medicine for cough and cold only when they detect any underlying secondary bacterial infection.

Some of the minor and temporary side effects of this medicine include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, rash, and headache. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if these effects persist or become bothersome for your child, call the doctor right away.

Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any previous episodes of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Treatment of Bacterial infections

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Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making the bacteria resistant to further treatment.

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost time for the next dose. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule and do not give the double dose to catch up.

Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.

Give this medicine with food to avoid an upset stomach.

Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.

Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.

Only give Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.

Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.

Q. What if I give too much of Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup by mistake?

An extra dose of Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup is unlikely to do harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Q. Are there any possible serious side effects of Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup?

Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.

Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup?

Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Q. Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup on a long-term basis?

The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.

Q. The mucus coming out of my child’s nose is yellow-green. Is it a sign of a bacterial infection?

Yellow or green mucus in the nose does not mean that antibiotics are needed. During a common cold, it is normal for mucus to thicken up and change from clear to yellow or green. Symptoms often last for 7-10 days.

Q. My child is having a sore throat and ear infection. Can I give antibiotics?

No. More than 80% of sore throats and ear infections are caused by a virus and antibiotics are not given for viral infections. If your child has a sore throat, runny nose, a barky cough, pain, and discharge from the ear, it is most likely because of a virus. Consult your child’s doctor to seek guidance.

Q. Does a common cold caused by viruses always result in a secondary bacterial infection? When to start an antibiotic to prevent infection?

In most cases, bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. Using antibiotics to treat viral infections may instead lead to side effects without benefiting your child’s health. Use antibiotics only after consulting with your child’s doctor.

Q. Can Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup impact my child’s digestive system?

Children often have a sensitive stomach and develop a stomach upset while taking antibiotics. When antibiotics are given, the good bacteria in their gastrointestinal tract may take a hit too. Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup may kill off the good bacteria along with the bad, increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.

Q. Can Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup lead to bacterial resistance in my child?

Yes, irregular treatment, repeated use, and misuse of Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup can lead to resistance. Resistant bacteria are no longer killed by the antibiotics and may lead to reinfection.

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Diarrhea

Nausea

Rash

Abdominal pain

Kidney:CAUTION

Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Usually, Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup is considered safe to use in children with mild to moderate kidney disease. Dose modifications may be required in children with severe kidney disease.

Liver:CAUTION

Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alpodox 50mg Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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