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Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup

Manufactured byIndoco Remedies Ltd.
ContainsCefpodoxime
Description
Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup is an antibiotic medicine that contains cefpodoxime. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, nose, throat, ears, skin, bladder, etc. It is also used to treat typhoid fever in children. This medicine prevents infection by killing or stopping the growth of the bacteria. Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup is not effective against infections caused by viruses. Your doctor may advise Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup alone or in combination with other medications to treat bacterial infections. Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup shows some side effects like diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Do not use this medicine if your child is previously allergic to it. Consult your doctor if any side effects persist for a longer period. Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup is an effective medicine used in infants above 2 months of age. Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup can be given with or without food. Before administration, dissolve the powder in a glass of water. For the ease of remembering, give the dry syrup to your child at the same time every day. Once you started using this medicine for your child, ensure that the entire course of treatment is completed. Avoid unnecessary use of Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup as excessive use may cause the bacteria to become resistant to treatment. Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup may not be suitable for all children. Inform your child's doctor about your child’s complete medical history, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problem, a blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung disease, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, liver disease, and kidney problem. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.
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List of substitutes for Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup

  • Decreased appetite
  • Stomach pain
  • Headache
  • Acid or sour stomach
  • Excessive air or gas in stomach
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dark or clay coloured stools
  • Nausea and vomiting

Uses of Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup

What is it prescribed for?

  • Bronchitis
  • Community-Acquired Pneumonia
  • Sinusitis
  • Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
  • Acute bacterial otitis media
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup begins within 2 to 3 hours of administration. Your child will start to feel better in 3 to 5 days after taking Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup lasts for an average duration of 12 hours after the onset of action.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup is intended for use in children.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup is intended for use in children.

Allergy

Avoid using Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup if your child is allergic to it. Inform your doctor if there is any history of allergy to cefpodoxime. If you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc. inform your doctor and seek immediate medical attention.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup is intended for use in children.

Breast-feeding

Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup is intended for use in children.
General warnings

Antibiotic resistance

The entire course of treatment with Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup should be completed, even if the condition of your child gets better after taking few doses to avoid antibiotic resistance.

Seizures

Avoid using Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup or maintain caution if your child has any seizure episodes, as it can worsen his/her health condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required.

Diarrhoea

Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your child's stomach or intestine. Inform your doctor if your child experiences severe diarrhoea while receiving this medicine.

Antacids

If your child is taking an antacid containing aluminium and magnesium salts for indigestion, it can reduce the absorption of Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup by reducing the acidity level in the stomach. Therefore, it is recommended to give this antibiotic at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after giving antacids.

Missed Dose

Try not to miss any dose of Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup. Give the medicine to your child as soon as you remember. If a dose is skipped, do not add it up to the next dose.

Overdose

Never give more than the prescribed dose to your child. Seek emergency medical attention in case you suspect that you might have given an overdose of Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Esomeprazole

Ethinyl Estradiol

Cholera Vaccine

Furosemide

Entecavir

Disease interactions

Colitis

Colitis is the inflammation of the large intestine. Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup can kill the helpful bacteria in your child's stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use this syrup with extreme caution if your child has any stomach and intestinal diseases, particularly colitis, as it may worsen his/her health condition.

Kidney diseases

Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup is filtered by the kidney and excreted through urine. Hence, maintain caution while using Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup if your child has any kidney disease as it can increase the risk of kidney damage.

Liver disease

Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup may increase liver enzyme levels and cause liver swelling. Hence, maintain caution while giving Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup as it can increase the risk of liver damage.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup is used in treating bacterial infections. You can give this medicine with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. Dissolve the required amount of Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup in a glass of water. Make sure that your child takes the necessary volume of Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup. Make sure that you should complete the entire course of this medicine even if the symptoms disappear after few days. If your child discontinues this medicine, there is a chance that the infection may occur again. The reconstituted suspension may be stored under refrigeration (2 to 8 degrees Celsius) for a duration of 14 days. Keep away from the reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the expiry date. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly. Do not recommend this medicine to other parents even if their child's condition appears to be the same.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Oxipod 100 MG Dry Syrup works by preventing the cell wall formation of the bacteria. This helps in stopping the growth and multiplication of the bacteria and eventually kills them.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Third generation cephalosporins, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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