Papcef 100mg Dry Syrup 30ml

Papcef dry syrup is an antibiotic commonly prescribed to children for treating various bacterial infections affecting the ears, eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract. The active ingredient in Papcef dry syrup is cefpodoxime. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria that cause infections.

Before giving this medicine to your child, inform your doctor if your child is allergic to any antibiotics or has experienced allergic reactions after taking them. The medicine must be given in the prescribed dosage for the specified duration. Always complete the full course of antibiotic treatment for your child; failing to do so or missing any doses can lead to treatment failure.

Dosage

Overdose

• Symptoms of an overdose of Papcef dry syrup include nausea, vomiting, gas, stomach pain and diarrhoea.
• If you have given too much of this medicine to your child, then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed giving any dose of Papcef dry syrup, then give it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Cefpodoxime in Papcef dry syrup acts on the bacteria and controls their growth, resulting in the death of the bacteria.

Directions for Use

Give Papcef dry syrup as directed by your doctor. Shake it well and make the volume up to the given mark on the bottle. Use a measuring cup, spoon or dropper for the exact quantity. Reconstituted solutions should be used within the duration mentioned on the bottle.

Precautions and Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• Your child ever had allergic reactions to penicillin, cephalosporins or similar medicines.
• Your child has a kidney problem.
• Your child has diarrhoea with or without stomach pain and fever even after stopping treatment with Papcef dry syrup.

Contraindications

• If your child is allergic to cefpodoxime or any of the ingredients of this medicine.
• If your child has a history of severe allergic reactions to any other antibiotic, such as cephalosporins. If you are unsure about which of these medicines to take, ask your doctor.

Side effects

• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Skin rashes

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Papcef dry syrup works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
• Concomitant use of acid-lowering medicines such as Ranitidine, Cimetidine with Papcef dry syrup can decrease the effect of this medicine.
• Concomitant use of Probenecid with Papcef dry syrup increases the effect of this medicine.
• When medicines known to cause harm to the kidney such as amphotericin-B, vancomycin, amikacin are administered along with Papcef dry syrup may increase the risk of kidney disease.

Storage and disposal

• Store Papcef dry syrup at temperature not exceeding 25°C. Protect it from light and moisture.
• Store the reconstituted suspension in the refrigerator.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What should I do if my child vomits after giving Papcef dry syrup?

If your child vomits within 30 minutes of administering Papcef dry syrup, you need to give the same dose again.

Is diarrhoea a common side effect of Papcef dry syrup ?

Yes, diarrhoea is a common side effect of Papcef dry syrup . However, if your child has diarrhoea with blood and mucous along with stomach pain and fever, contact your doctor immediately. It can be a sign of inflammation of the large intestine.