Monocef-O 100 Oral Suspension (Cefpodoxime Proxetil)

Monocef-O 100 Oral Suspension

Monocef O 100 MG Suspension is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, nose, throat, ears, skin, bladder, etc in children. It is also used to treat typhoid fever. This medicine prevents infection by killing or stopping the growth of bacteria. Monocef O 100 MG Suspension is not effective against infections caused by viruses.

Monocef O 100 MG Suspension shows some common side effects like diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Do not give this medicine if your child is allergic to it. Consult your child’s doctor if any side effects are seen for a long time.

Monocef O 100 MG Suspension can be given with or without food. For the ease of remembering, give the syrup to your child at the same time every day. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medication, you may repeat the dose. Once your child starts taking the medicine, ensure that the entire course of treatment is completed to prevent re-infection.

Monocef O 100 MG Suspension may not be suitable for all conditions. Inform the doctor if your child has liver or kidney problems, or any other health condition.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Monocef O 100 MG Suspension
Kefpod 100 MG Suspension
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Macpod 100 MG Suspension
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Polypod 100 MG Suspension
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Q-Tax O 100 MG Suspension
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Tambac 100 MG Suspension
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Monocef O 100 MG Suspension
Stomach pain
Dark or clay coloured stools
Decreased appetite
Excessive gas in stomach
Change in taste
Headache
Dizziness
Diarrhoea
Nausea and vomiting

Uses of Monocef O 100 MG Suspension

What is it prescribed for?
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulate air passage in the lungs. Monocef O 100 MG Suspension is used to treat bronchitis caused by bacteria. It is also used to treat a sudden worsening of chronic bronchitis (a long-lasting form of bronchitis) and subsequent episodes of bronchitis that come and go after the initial recovery.
Cystitis
Cystitis is the swelling of the urinary bladder (an organ that stores urine) usually caused by a bacterial infection. Monocef O 100 MG Suspension is used to treat cystitis caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella species.
Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) refers to pneumonia (lung infection) that is acquired outside the hospital. CAP can be bacterial or viral. Monocef O 100 MG Suspension is used to treat CAP caused by bacteria like Mycoplasma pneumonia, Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
Sinusitis
Sinuses are hollow spaces located behind the forehead, nose, cheekbones, and in between the eyes. Sinusitis is the swelling of the tissues surrounding the sinuses. Your child may experience a stuffed nose, and pain or pressure behind your eyes, nose, cheeks, or forehead. Monocef O 100 MG Suspension is used to treat bacterial sinusitis.
Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
Pharyngitis and tonsillitis are infections that cause swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils. Monocef O 100 MG Suspension is used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and/or pharyngotonsillitis (a condition where both, the tonsils and the pharynx, are affected).
Acute bacterial otitis media
Otitis media (AOM), is an infection of the middle ear (the area behind the eardrum), common in infants and young children. Monocef O 100 MG Suspension is used to treat acute otitis media caused by bacteria.

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When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid giving Monocef O 100 MG Suspension if your child is allergic to it. If you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling anywhere on the body, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc., seek immediate medical attention.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Monocef O 100 MG Suspension is intended for use in children.
Breast-feeding
Monocef O 100 MG Suspension is intended for use in children.
General warnings
Diarrhoea
Monocef O 100 MG Suspension can cause diarrhoea as it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your child’s stomach or intestine. Inform your doctor if your child experiences severe diarrhoea while taking this medicine.
Antibiotic resistance
Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria develop the ability to defeat the medicine that was intended to kill them. Hence, complete the entire course of treatment even if your child feels better after a few doses to avoid antibiotic resistance.
Antacids
Antacids containing aluminium and magnesium salts can reduce the absorption of Monocef O 100 MG Suspension. Therefore, if your child has been prescribed an antacid, it is recommended to give this antibiotic at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after taking antacids.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Monocef O 100 MG Suspension. If you forget to give a dose to your child, give it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to compensate for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never give more than the prescribed dose to your child. Seek emergency medical attention in case of an overdose with Monocef O 100 MG Suspension.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Esomeprazole
Furosemide
Entecavir
Probenecid
Cholera Vaccine (live)
Disease interactions
Colitis
Colitis is the inflammation of the large intestine. Monocef O 100 MG Suspension can kill the helpful bacteria in your child’s stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use this medicine with caution if your child has any stomach and intestinal problems, particularly colitis, as it may worsen his/her health condition.
Impaired kidney function
Monocef O 100 MG Suspension is filtered by the kidney and moved out of the body through urine. Hence, maintain caution while giving Monocef O 100 MG Suspension to your child as it can increase the risk of kidney damage.
Impaired liver function
Monocef O 100 MG Suspension may increase liver enzyme levels and cause liver swelling. Hence, maintain caution while giving Monocef O 100 MG Suspension to your child as it can increase the risk of liver damage.
Seizures
Monocef O 100 MG Suspension should be used with caution if your child has a history of seizure episodes (fits), as it can trigger a seizure attack. Your child’s doctor will adjust the dose or replace the medicine with a suitable alternative as required.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Coombs test
The Coombs test is performed to find certain proteins that attack red blood cells. Monocef O 100 MG Suspension may give a false-positive result for the coombs test.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

You can give Monocef O 100 MG Suspension with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. Shake the bottle well before use. Measure the dose of the medicine carefully using a measuring device. Make sure that your child takes the necessary volume of Monocef O 100 MG Suspension.

Never give more than the prescribed dose to your child. Give the medicine at the same time daily.

Make sure that your child completes the entire course of this medicine even if the symptoms disappear after few days. If your child discontinues this medicine, there is a chance that the infection may occur again. Also, Monocef O 100 MG Suspension may lose its effectiveness in killing the bacteria.

Do not recommend this medicine to other parents even if their child’s condition appears to be the same.