Cefdon 50mg Syrup
Manufacturer
Codon Pharma Private Limited
Salt Composition
Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Cefdon 50mg Syrup is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections in children.
Dosage Form
Syrup
Introduction
Cefdon 50mg Syrup is an antibiotic medicine commonly given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the ears, eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract. It is also effective in treating typhoid fever in children and adolescents.
Directions for Use
Give this medicine with food to avoid an upset stomach. Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Interacting Medicines
Magaldrate Sodium Bicarbonate
How it works
Cefdon 50mg Syrup 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 the bacteria resistant to further treatment.
Quick Tips
Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again Give this medicine with food to avoid an upset stomach. Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect. Only give Cefdon 50mg Syrup to your child for their current infection. Stop this medicine and report to your child's doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties