Description
Your Child’s Medicine at a Glance
Alcopod-CV Dry Syrup is a combination antibiotic used to treat a variety of severe bacterial infections in children. These infections can affect the ear, throat, lungs, skin, and urinary tract. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria, which prevents the infection from spreading.
Key Ingredients:
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg): An antibiotic that inhibits the growth of bacteria.
- Clavulanic Acid (31.25mg): A beta-lactamase inhibitor that enhances the activity of Cefpodoxime Proxetil and reduces bacterial resistance.
Key Benefits:
- Treats Respiratory Tract Infections: This includes infections of the sinuses, throat, airways, and lungs.
- Effective Combination: Cefpodoxime Proxetil works by halting the growth of bacteria, while Clavulanic Acid helps prevent bacterial resistance, boosting the effectiveness of Cefpodoxime Proxetil.
How to Use:
- Give as prescribed by the doctor: The dosage depends on the infection type, severity, and your child’s age and weight.
- Timing: It should be given an hour before or two hours after meals for optimal absorption. If your child experiences stomach upset, it can be taken with food.
- If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking the medicine, repeat the same dose. However, do not double the dose if it’s time for the next one.
Side Effects: Most side effects are temporary and usually subside as the body adjusts to the medicine. If any side effects persist or become troublesome, contact the doctor. Common side effects include:
- Nausea
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
- Vaginal infection
- Headache
- Diarrhea
How Alcopod-CV Works:
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil prevents bacteria from forming a protective cell wall, which is necessary for their survival.
- Clavulanic Acid helps enhance the action of Cefpodoxime Proxetil by reducing bacterial resistance, ensuring the infection is treated more effectively.
Marketer:
Alicia Healthcare
