INTRODUCTION

ODOXIL SUSPENSION contains Cefadroxil which belongs to a group of medicines called Cephalosporins. It is used to treat respiratory tract, skin and soft-tissue, urinary tract infections. Bacterial infection is a proliferation of a harmful strain of bacteria on or inside the body.  This medicine is effective against bacteria, which helps to improve the symptoms and cure the infection.

Cefadroxil belongs to class cephalosporins which inhibits the bacterial wall synthesis of actively dividing cells by binding to one or more penicillin-binding proteins. This medicine should be only used to treat bacterial infections and do not treat viral infections (e.g., the common cold).

Before taking ODOXIL SUSPENSION tell your doctor about your previous medical history including any allergies, heart-problem, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take before taking this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before use. The common side effects are nausea, stomach pain, diarrhoea and vomiting.

USES OF ODOXIL SUSPENSION

• Treats respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin and soft tissue infections (bacterial infections)

HOW ODOXIL SUSPENSION WORKS

ODOXIL SUSPENSION works against bacteria and prevents from developing the bacterial protective covering which is needed for bacteria to survive.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take ODOXIL SUSPENSION as instructed by your doctor. Shake well before use.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ODOXIL SUSPENSION

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Diarrhoea:

Drink plenty of fluids and ORS can be used to prevent dehydration.

Nausea or vomiting:

Drink clear or ice-cold drinks, bland foods and avoid fried or sweet foods.

Abdominal pain:

Place a warm water bottle on your abdomen. Soak in a warm bath and drink plenty of water.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Tell your doctor if you are taking,

• tetracycline, erythromycin, sulfonamides, chloramphenicol, sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (treats infection)
• aminoglycoside antibiotics, polymyxin B, colistin
• furosemide
• anticoagulants (used to thin blood)
• probenecid (treats gout)
• oral contraceptives
• cholestyramine
• penicillin antibiotics

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQs ABOUT ODOXIL SUSPENSION

Can I stop taking this ODOXIL SUSPENSION when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking this medicine, without consulting your doctor.

Is ODOXIL SUSPENSION safe?

It is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

For how long can ODOXIL SUSPENSION be taken?

Always take this medicine as advised by your physician. The duration would vary depending on your health condition.

REFERENCES

1. KD Tripathi MD.  Antimicrobial drugs. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology 7th ed. New Delhi, May 2013. Page – 726.

2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. Page - 219-220.

3. Loyd V. Allen, Jr., PhD. Cefadroxil 50 mg/mL Oral Suspension. US. Pharmacist. April 18, 2014. [Accessed on Sep 13, 2021] https://www.uspharmacist.com/article/cefadroxil-50-mgml-oral-suspension

4. Ciplamed. [Revised on December, 2013] [Accessed on Sep 13, 2021] https://www.ciplamed.com/content/cefadur-tablet

5. Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. [Revised on May, 2014] [Accessed on Sep 13, 2021] https://www.lupin.com/US/pdf/14/Cefadroxil%20OS_PI_4.30.14.pdf

USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

• Complete Blood Count
• Peripheral Smear Examination