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. Agextil-CV Dry Syrup may be taken with or without food.

- Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Agextil-CV Dry Syrup is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.However, dose modifications may be required in children with severe kidney disease. Consult with your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Agextil-CV Dry Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.However, consult with your child?s doctor before giving Agextil-CV Dry Syrup to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

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.

What if I give too much of Agextil-CV Dry Syrup by mistake?::: Agextil-CV Dry Syrup 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 Agextil-CV Dry Syrup to your child.| Are there any possible serious side effects of Agextil-CV Dry Syrup?::: 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 Agextil-CV Dry Syrup?::: Agextil-CV Dry Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Agextil-CV Dry Syrup. Also, check with your child?s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.| Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Agextil-CV Dry Syrup?::: 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 Agextil-CV Dry Syrup 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 Agextil-CV Dry Syrup 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. Agextil-CV Dry Syrup 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 Agextil-CV Dry Syrup, 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.| Can the use of Agextil-CV Dry Syrup cause diarrhea?::: Yes, the use of Agextil-CV Dry Syrup can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.| How long does Agextil-CV Dry Syrup takes to work?::: Usually, Agextil-CV Dry Syrup starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.| What if I don't get better after using Agextil-CV Dry Syrup?::: Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.| Can I stop taking Agextil-CV Dry Syrup when I feel better?::: No, do not stop taking Agextil-CV Dry Syrup and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.| What is Agextil-CV Dry Syrup?::: Agextil-CV Dry Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Cefpodoxime and Clavulanic acid. This medication is used to treat bacterial infection. This medication works by killing the harmful bacteria that cause infection.| Can the use of Agextil-CV Dry Syrup cause any serious side effects?::: Agextil-CV Dry Syrup may cause serious side effects in very few patients (less than 1 in 1,000). Inform the doctor straight away if you get bloody diarrhea, yellowing of the eyes and skin, bruising or skin discoloration, shortness of breath, widespread rash, skin peeling and fever. All of these reactions needs urgent medical attention.| Can I stop taking Agextil-CV Dry Syrup when my symptoms are relieved?::: No, do not stop taking Agextil-CV Dry Syrup and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.| Can Agextil-CV Dry Syrup cause allergic reaction?::: Yes, Agextil-CV Dry Syrup can cause allergic reaction and is considered to be harmful patients with known allergy to a group of antibiotics called Cephalosporins. Get emergency medical help if you notice any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty in breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat.| Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Agextil-CV Dry Syrup?::: The use of Agextil-CV Dry Syrup is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to penicillins or any other excipients present in this medicine. This medicine should not be used in patients with previous history of liver damage associated with Agextil-CV Dry Syrup.| Can I take oral contraceptive pills while taking Agextil-CV Dry Syrup?::: No, Agextil-CV Dry Syrup can make birth control pills less effective. So, ask your doctor about using a birth control method which does not affect your hormone levels (such as a condom, diaphragm and spermicide).| Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?::: No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Agextil-CV Dry Syrup can increase the risks of side effects. Agextil-CV Dry Syrup takes time to show its full effect and treat your infection. If you are experiencing increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.| What is the recommended storage condition for Agextil-CV Dry Syrup?::: Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Agextil-CV Dry Syrup 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.

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