DESCRIPTION
INTRODUCTION
In Treatment of Bacterial infections Mahacef Dry Syrup 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.
USE OF
Treatment of Bacterial infections
BENEFITS
FACTBOX
Chemical Class::Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins}|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::ANTI INFECTIVES|Action Class::Cephalosporins: 3 generation
HOW TO USE
Mahacef Dry 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 them resistant to further treatment.
EXPIRY
Long shelf life (1-2 years).
SAFETY ADVICE
– Kidney : CAUTION – Mahacef Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mahacef Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Mahacef Dry Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Mahacef Dry Syrup is recommended. However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Mahacef Dry Syrup to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
IF MISS
COMMON SIDE EFFECT
Allergy | Nausea | Stomach pain | Indigestion | Diarrhea
ALCOHOL INTERACTION
PREGNANCY INTERACTION
LACTATION INTERACTION
KIDNEY INTERACTION
CAUTION
LIVER INTERACTION
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
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FAQ
Q. What if I give too much of Mahacef Dry Syrup by mistake?::: An extra dose of Mahacef Dry Syrup is unlikely to do harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Mahacef Dry Syrup to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.| Q. Are there any possible serious side effects of Mahacef Dry Syrup?::: 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.| Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Mahacef Dry Syrup?::: Mahacef Dry Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Mahacef Dry Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.| Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Mahacef Dry Syrup?::: 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.| Q. Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Mahacef Dry Syrup 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.| Q. 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.| Q. 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.| Q. Can Mahacef Dry Syrup 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. Mahacef Dry Syrup 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 Mahacef Dry Syrup, 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.| Q. Can Mahacef Dry Syrup lead to bacterial resistance in my child? ::: Yes, irregular treatment, repeated use,, and misuse of Mahacef Dry Syrup can lead to resistance. Resistant bacteria are no longer killed by the antibiotics and may lead to reinfection.| Q. How long should I take Mahacef Dry Syrup?::: Mahacef Dry Syrup is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.
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