Valimox D Kid Capsule
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Valimox D Kid Capsule is an antibiotic medicine that is effective against a multitude of bacterial infections affecting ears, nose, sinus, tonsils, throat, lungs, heart, skin, and bones. It may also be effective in treating infections that are caused by resistant bacteria.
Give Valimox D Kid Capsule either with or without food but it is best to give it with food if it upsets your child’s stomach. It is generally given three times a day. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor as these depend on the severity of the infection, its type, and your child’s body weight and age. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking the medicine, repeat the dose when your child feels better. However, do not double the dose if it is the time for the next dose.
Valimox D Kid Capsule can cause some minor and temporary side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and mild skin rash. These side effects almost always go away on their own. But, in case these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor without a delay.
Tell your child’s doctor if your child has had any previous episodes of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, and kidney malfunction. Knowledge of your child’s medical history will help the dose make dose alterations and plan your child’s overall treatment.
Uses of Valimox D Kid Capsule in children
Side effects of Valimox D Kid Capsule in children
Valimox D Kid Capsule 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-
Common side effects of Valimox D Kid
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Allergy
- Vomiting
- Allergic reaction
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
How can I give Valimox D Kid Capsule to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Valimox D Kid Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Valimox D Kid Capsule works
Valimox D Kid Capsule contains two active ingredients: Amoxycillin and Dicloxacillin. Amoxycillin works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. Dicloxacillin increases the efficiency of this medicine and helps in treating the infections caused by resistant bacteria. Together, the medicines not only kill the infection-causing bacteria but also arrest the spread of the infection.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Valimox D Kid Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valimox D Kid Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Valimox D Kid Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Valimox D Kid Capsule is recommended.
What if I forget to give Valimox D Kid Capsule to my child?
Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
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Quick tips
- Complete the entire course of antibiotics without stopping the medicine in-between. Sudden withdrawal may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
- Make sure your child drinks plenty of water if diarrhea occurs as a side effect.
- Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.
- Give Valimox D Kid Capsule to your child only for their current infection. Avoid storing the medicine for future use as it is impossible to judge whether the same medicine would work for any 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.
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections.
- 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 Valimox D Kid Capsule may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
- Stop taking Valimox D Kid Capsule 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
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is it safe to give Valimox D Kid Capsule to children suffering from jaundice?
It is advised not to give Valimox D Kid Capsule to children if they have jaundice. The reason being, Valimox D Kid Capsule contains an active ingredient called cloxacillin which can aggravate the symptoms of jaundice in your child.
Is Valimox D Kid Capsule safe for children suffering from infectious mononucleosis?
No, it is not advised to give Valimox D Kid Capsule if your child is suffering from infectious mononucleosis or even leukemia as Valimox D Kid Capsule can lead to the development of skin rashes.
Can I give Valimox D Kid Capsule to my child repeatedly for a long time?
Giving your child Valimox D Kid Capsule for a long term can cause fungal infection (oral thrush) in the mouth and severe gastrointestinal infections (superinfections). Moreover, irregular treatment, repeated use, and misuse of Valimox D Kid Capsule can make the bacteria resistant. Therefore, do not alter the dose and duration on your own and give Valimox D Kid Capsule to your child exactly as prescribed.
Are there any possible serious side effects of Valimox D Kid Capsule?
Although rare, Valimox D Kid Capsule may cause some serious side effects such as skin rash, allergy, superinfection, bleeding problems, seizures, and blood cell abnormalities. In case your child develops any of these symptoms, consult the doctor at the earliest.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Valimox D Kid Capsule?
Valimox D Kid Capsule can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Valimox D Kid Capsule. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Valimox D Kid Capsule?
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.
How long does Valimox D Kid Capsule takes to work?
Usually, Valimox D Kid Capsule starts working soon after using it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Can I stop taking Valimox D Kid Capsule when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Valimox D Kid Capsule and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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- University of Michigan: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Dicloxacillin Sodium. [Updated 19 Sep. 2016]. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2021] (online) Available from:
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