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ETHPODOX - 100 DRY SYRUP
Cefpodoxime 100 mg For Oral Suspension IP
PACKING SIZE / TYPE
For Paediatric Use Only With Sterile WFI 3.3GM/ 30ML
Summary
ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, nose, throat, ears, skin, bladder, etc. It is also used to treat typhoid fever in children. This medicine prevents infection by killing or stopping the growth of bacteria. ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup is not effective against infections caused by viruses. Your doctor may advise ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup alone or in combination with other medications to treat bacterial infections.
ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup shows some common side effects like diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Do not take give this medicine if your child is allergic to it. Consult your doctor if any side effects are seen for a long time.
ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup can be taken with or without food. For the ease of remembering, give the syrup to your child at the same time every day. Once your child starts taking the medicine, ensure that the entire course of treatment is completed. ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup should only be used to treat or prevent infections caused by bacteria. Avoid unnecessary use of ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup as excessive use may cause the bacteria to become resistant to treatment.
Side Effects
Major & minor side effects for ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach pain
- Dark or clay coloured stools
- Decreased appetite
- Excessive gas in stomach
- Joint pain
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dizziness
Usage
What is it prescribed for?
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulate air passage in the lungs. ETHPODOX100 MG Syrup is used to treat bronchitis caused by bacteria. It is also used to treat a sudden worsening of chronic bronchitis (a long-lasting form of bronchitis) and subsequent episodes of bronchitis that come and go after the initial recovery.
Cystitis
Cystitis is the swelling of the urinary bladder usually caused by a bacterial infection. ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup is used to treat cystitis caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella species.
Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) refers to pneumonia (lung infection) that is acquired outside the hospital. CAP can be bacterial or viral. ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup is used to treat CAP caused by bacteria like Mycoplasma pneumonia, Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
Sinusitis
Sinuses are hollow spaces located behind the forehead, nose, cheekbones, and in between the eyes. Sinusitis is the swelling of the tissues surrounding the sinuses. Your child may experience a stuffed nose, and pain or pressure behind your eyes, nose, cheeks, or forehead. ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup is used to treat bacterial sinusitis.
Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
Pharyngitis and tonsillitis are infections that cause swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils. ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup is used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and/or pharyngotonsillitis (a condition where both, the tonsils and the pharynx, are affected).
Acute bacterial otitis media
Otitis media (AOM), is an infection of the middle ear (the area behind the eardrum), common in infants and young children. ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup is used to treat acute otitis media caused by bacteria.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup begins within 2 to 3 hours of administration. However, finish the entire course of treatment even if your child feels better after a few doses.
How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup lasts for an average duration of 12 hours.
Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup.
Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup is intended for use in children.
Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup is intended for use in children.
When not to use?
Allergy
Avoid using ETHPODOX100 MG Syrup if your child is allergic to it. Inform your doctor if there is any history of allergy to ETHPODOX100 MG Syrup. If you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling anywhere on the body, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc. inform your doctor and seek immediate medical attention.
Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
ETHPODOX100 MG Syrup is intended for use in children.
Breast-feeding
ETHPODOX100 MG Syrup is intended for use in children.
General warnings
Diarrhoea
ETHPODOX100 MG Syrup can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your child's stomach or intestine. Inform your doctor if your child experiences severe diarrhoea while receiving this medicine.
Antibiotic resistance
The entire course of treatment with ETHPODOX100 MG Syrup should be completed, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance.
Antacids
Antacids containing aluminium and magnesium salts can reduce the absorption of ETHPODOX100 MG Syrup. Therefore, if your child has been prescribed an antacid, it is recommended to give this antibiotic at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after taking antacids.
Dosage
Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup. Give the medicine to your child as soon as you remember. Avoid taking the missed dose if the time for the next one is near. Do not double the dose to compensate for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never give more than the prescribed dose to your child. Seek emergency medical attention in case of an overdose with ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup.
Interactions
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
- Esomeprazole
- Ethinyl Estradiol
- Furosemide
- Entecavir
- Probenecid
- Cholera Vaccine (live)
Disease interactions
Colitis
Colitis is the inflammation of the large intestine. ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup can kill the helpful bacteria in your child's stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use this syrup with extreme caution if your child has any stomach and intestinal problems, particularly colitis, as it may worsen his/her health condition.
Impaired kidney function
ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup is filtered by the kidney and moved out of the body through urine. Hence, maintain caution while using ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup as it can increase the risk of kidney damage.
Impaired liver function
ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup may increase liver enzyme levels and cause liver swelling. Hence, maintain caution while using ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup as it can increase the risk of liver damage.
Seizures
Avoid using ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup or maintain caution if your child has a history of seizure episodes (fits), as it can trigger an attack of seizures. Your child’s doctor will adjust the dose or replace the medicine with a suitable alternative as required.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Coombs test
A false-positive result may be obtained if this test is performed while taking ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
General Instructions
You can give ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. Shake the bottle well before use. Measure the dose of the medicine carefully using a measuring device. Make sure that your child takes the necessary volume of ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup.
Make sure that your child completes the entire course of this medicine even if the symptoms disappear after few days. If your child discontinues this medicine, there is a chance that the infection may occur again. Also, ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup may lose its effectiveness in killing the bacteria.
Never give more than the prescribed dose to your child. Give the medicine at the same time daily.
Do not recommend this medicine to other parents even if their child's condition appears to be the same.
Other Details
Miscelleneous
Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
To be taken as instructed by doctor
Does not cause sleepiness
How it works
ETHPODOX 100 MG Syrup works by preventing the cell wall formation of the bacteria. This helps in stopping the growth and multiplication of the bacteria and eventually kills them.
Classification
Category
Third generation cephalosporins, Antibiotics
Schedule
Schedule H1
References
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Cefpodoxime. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 6 January 2021].