Cefizoid Dry Syrup

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Uniark Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Cefixime (50mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins}
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Cephalosporins: 3 generation
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	339

FAQ

Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Cefizoid 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.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Cefizoid?

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

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Cefizoid?

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.

Are there any possible serious side effects of Cefizoid?

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.

How long should I take Cefizoid?

Cefizoid is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

Can Cefizoid 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. Cefizoid 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 Cefizoid, 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.

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.

What if I give too much of Cefizoid by mistake?

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

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.

Can Cefizoid lead to bacterial resistance in my child?

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

What if I forget to give Cefizoid 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’s almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

Cefizoid Dry Syrup Reviews

Cefizoid is an antibiotic medicine. It is commonly given to children to treat a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the ear, eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract. It can also be used in treating uncomplicated typhoid fever in children and adolescents.

Cefizoid is best given an hour before or two hours after meals as that ensures better absorption. In case your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with meals. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of the intake, give the same dose again 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 they are usually caused by viruses, and antibiotics don’t treat viral infections. Doctors prescribe this medicine for cough and cold only when they detect any underlying secondary bacterial infection.

This medicine may have some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and allergy. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor without any delay.

Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any previous episode 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.

How Cefizoid Dry Syrup Works

Cefizoid 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 them resistant to further treatment.

How to Use Cefizoid Dry Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cefizoid may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Cefizoid Dry Syrup

In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Cefizoid is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. 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.

Uses of Cefizoid Dry Syrup

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Cefizoid Dry Syrup Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Cefizoid should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefizoid may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Cefizoid is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cefizoid is recommended.However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Cefizoid to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

Quick Tips

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.
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.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Give this medicine with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Only give Cefizoid to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.