Podoxate CV Dry Syrup
Your child’s medicine at a glance
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 bodyweight 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.
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.
Uses of Podoxate CV Dry Syrup in children
- Treatment of Respiratory tract infection
Benefits of Podoxate CV Dry Syrup for your child
In Treatment of Respiratory tract infection
It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Podoxate CV Dry Syrup in children
Common side effects of Podoxate CV
- Nausea
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
- Vaginal infection
- Headache
- Diarrhea
How can I give Podoxate CV Dry Syrup to my child?
How Podoxate CV Dry Syrup works
Safety advice
However, dose modifications may be required in children with severe kidney disease. Consult with your doctor.
However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Podoxate CV Dry Syrup to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
What if I forget to give Podoxate CV Dry Syrup to my child?
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Quick tips
- Complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
- Podoxate CV Dry Syrup may cause a bitter taste. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
- Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
- Never give Podoxate CV Dry Syrup until and unless prescribed by the doctor. You must also never share your child’s medicine with anyone else even if they show similar symptoms.
- Do not give Podoxate CV Dry Syrup to treat common cold and flu-like symptoms caused by viruses.
- Stop Podoxate CV Dry Syrup immediately if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulty. Report to the doctor without any delay.
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
- Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Podoxate CV Dry Syrup may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Stop taking Podoxate CV Dry Syrup and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What if I give too much of Podoxate CV Dry Syrup by mistake?
Q. Are there any possible serious side effects of Podoxate CV Dry Syrup?
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Podoxate CV Dry Syrup?
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Podoxate CV Dry Syrup?
Q. Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Podoxate CV Dry Syrup on a long-term basis?
Q. Can Podoxate CV Dry Syrup impact my child’s digestion?
Q. Can the use of Podoxate CV Dry Syrup cause diarrhea?
Q. How long does Podoxate CV Dry Syrup takes to work?
Q. What if I don't get better after using Podoxate CV Dry Syrup?
Q. Can I stop taking Podoxate CV Dry Syrup when I feel better?
Q. What is Podoxate CV Dry Syrup?
Q. Can the use of Podoxate CV Dry Syrup cause any serious side effects?
Q. Can I stop taking Podoxate CV Dry Syrup when my symptoms are relieved?
Q. Can Podoxate CV Dry Syrup cause allergic reaction?
Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Podoxate CV Dry Syrup?
Q. Can I take oral contraceptive pills while taking Podoxate CV Dry Syrup?
Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
Q. What is the recommended storage condition for Podoxate CV Dry Syrup?
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