Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension is a potent antibiotic made up of two active medicines. It is given to children to treat a wide range of severe bacterial infections targeting the ear, throat, lungs, skin, and urinary tract. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria thereby preventing the infection spread.

Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension1 and Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension2.

Uses of Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension in children

Treatment of Respiratory tract infection

Benefits of Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension for your child

In Treatment of Respiratory tract infection

Respiratory tract infections are those infections that can affect the sinuses, throat, airways or lungs. Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension contains two different medicines, Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Clavulanic Acid, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause respiratory tract infections. Cefpodoxime Proxetil works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefpodoxime Proxetil against bacteria.

It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension in children

Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Zetacef-CV

Nausea
Diarrhea
Headache
Rash
Abdominal pain
Vaginal infection
Fungal infection of vagina

How can I give Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension to my child?

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. Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension works

Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Cefpodoxime Proxetil and Clavulanic Acid. Cefpodoxime Proxetil is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Clavulanic Acid is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefpodoxime Proxetil against bacteria.

Safety advice

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension is recommended.
However, dose modifications may be required in children with severe kidney disease. Consult with your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension is recommended.
However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

What if I forget to give Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension to my child?

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

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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₹47.5/Oral Suspension

Gudcef-CV Dry Syrup

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₹95.7/oral suspension

1% costlier

Cepotral-CV Dry Syrup Orange

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₹79.95/oral suspension

16% cheaper

Greatcef-CV Oral Suspension

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₹79.9/oral suspension

16% cheaper

D-Dox Clav Oral Suspension

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₹140/oral suspension

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Olipod-CV Dry Syrup

Medcure Pharma

₹87.4/oral suspension

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Quick tips

Complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension may cause a bitter taste. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Never give Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension until and unless prescribed by the doctor. You must also never share your child’s medicine with anyone else even if they show similar symptoms.
Do not give Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension to treat common cold and flu-like symptoms caused by viruses.
Stop Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension immediately if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulty. Report to the doctor without any delay.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

Nose in close Cold chest flue a

Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan

ENT

Can't prescribe without proper clinical examination. It can be upper respiratory tract infection or lower respiratory tract infection

Cough problem and body pain also headache

Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan

ENT

It can be viral infection or respiratory tract infection. Consult a ENT specialist

FAQs

What if I give too much of Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension by mistake?

Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension is safe and usually an extra dose of it would not do any harm. But since overdose increases the risk of side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition, you must speak to a doctor immediately if you think you have given too much of Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension to your child.

Are there any possible serious side effects of Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension?

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.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension?

Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension?

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.

Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension on a long-term basis?

The doctor may keep a check on your child’s condition by prescribing kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically.

Can Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension impact my child’s digestion?

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. Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension may kill off the good bacteria along with the bad ones too, increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child develops diarrhea while on Zetacef-CV Oral Suspension, 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.

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References

University of Michigan: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Cefpodoxime. [Accessed 10 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:

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