
Merox Kid 250mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Medo Chem Lab Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Cefadroxil (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Merox Kid 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Merox Kid 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection. Merox Kid 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Merox Kid 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
rash vomiting stomach pain nausea diarrhea
Alcohol Warning
Consuming alcohol with Merox Kid 250mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeeding Warning
Merox Kid 250mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Avoid prolonged use of Merox Kid 250mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Pregnancy Warning
Merox Kid 250mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
How it works
Merox Kid 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Merox Kid 250mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Discontinue Merox Kid 250mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Merox Kid 250mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, Merox Kid 250mg Tablet can cause diarrhea as it kills harmful bacteria, but also affects helpful bacteria in the stomach or intestine. If diarrhea persists, consult your doctor.
What if Merox Kid 250mg Tablet doesn't work?
If Merox Kid 250mg Tablet doesn't seem to work for you, consult your doctor, who may increase the dose or switch you to an alternate option.
What if I don't get better after using Merox Kid 250mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment, or if your symptoms worsen while using this medicine.
Can I stop taking Merox Kid 250mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Merox Kid 250mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better, as your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Is Merox Kid 250mg Tablet good for urinary tract infection?
Merox Kid 250mg Tablet is a relatively safe and effective antibiotic for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI).
Is Merox Kid 250mg Tablet safe?
Merox Kid 250mg Tablet is safe when used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.