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Proxit Kid is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Proxit Kid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Proxit Kid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Proxit Kid safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Proxit Kid has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Proxit Kid safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Proxit Kid. Immediately discontinue Proxit Kid if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Proxit Kid on the Kidneys?
Proxit Kid may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Proxit Kid on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Proxit Kid. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Proxit Kid on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Proxit Kid on the heart have been reported.
Proxit Kid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Proxit Kid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Proxit Kid habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Proxit Kid.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Proxit Kid does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Proxit Kid is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Proxit Kid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Proxit Kid
Taking Proxit Kid with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Proxit Kid
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Proxit Kid.
Yes, Proxit Kid can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Rarely Proxit Kid can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
Proxit Kid should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Proxit Kid can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if a cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.
Occasionally, Proxit Kid can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311