Treatment of Bacterial infections

In Treatment of Bacterial infections Cefitaxe Drop 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.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cefitaxe Drop may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Cefitaxe Drop is an antibiotic medicine. It is commonly given to children to treat a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the ear eyes nose throat lungs skin gastrointestinal tract and urinary tract. It can also be used in treating uncomplicated typhoid fever in children and adolescents.Cefitaxe Drop is best given an hour before or two hours after meals as that ensures better absorption. In case your child develops a stomach upset prefer giving it with meals. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection so stick to the dose time and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of the intake give the same dose again but do not double the dose if it's the time for the next dose.Do not give this medicine to your child in case of cold and flu symptoms as they are usually caused by viruses and antibiotics don’t treat viral infections. Doctors prescribe this medicine for cough and cold only when they detect any underlying secondary bacterial infection.This medicine may have some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting diarrhea nausea vomiting abdominal pain and allergy. Usually these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However if these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child report to the doctor without any delay.Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor including any previous episode of allergy heart problem blood disorder birth defects airway obstruction lung anomaly gastrointestinal problem skin disorder liver impairment and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cefitaxe Drop may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : CAUTION <p> Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cefitaxe Drop. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Cefitaxe Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Cefitaxe Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Avoid prolonged use of Cefitaxe Drop since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Cefitaxe Drop may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Cefitaxe Drop should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefitaxe Drop may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Cefitaxe Drop is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cefitaxe Drop is recommended.However consult with your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Treatment of Bacterial infections

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Q. What if I give too much of Cefitaxe Drop by mistake?::: An extra dose of Cefitaxe Drop is unlikely to do harm. However if you think you have given too much of Cefitaxe Drop 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 Cefitaxe Drop?::: 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 Cefitaxe Drop?::: Cefitaxe Drop can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Cefitaxe Drop. 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 Cefitaxe Drop?::: 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 Cefitaxe Drop 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. My child is having a sore throat and ear infection. Can I give antibiotics?::: No. More than 80% of sore throats and ear infections are caused by a virus and antibiotics are not given for viral infections. If your child has a sore throat runny nose a barky cough pain and discharge from the ear it is most likely because of a virus. Consult your child’s doctor to seek guidance.| 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 Cefitaxe Drop 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. Cefitaxe Drop 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 Cefitaxe Drop 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 Cefitaxe Drop lead to bacterial resistance in my child?::: Yes irregular treatment repeated use and misuse of Cefitaxe Drop can lead to resistance. Resistant bacteria are no longer killed by the antibiotics and may lead to reinfection.| Q. How long should I take Cefitaxe Drop?::: Cefitaxe Drop is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.