Altoceph 500 Capsule
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Altoceph 500 Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs, ears, throat, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.
Altoceph 500 Capsule is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Altoceph 500 Capsule is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Altoceph 500 Capsule in children
Benefits of Altoceph 500 Capsule for your child
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Altoceph 500 Capsule is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. 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.
Side effects of Altoceph 500 Capsule in children
Altoceph 500 Capsule 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 Altoceph
- Rash
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
How can I give Altoceph 500 Capsule to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Altoceph 500 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Altoceph 500 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Altoceph 500 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Altoceph 500 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Altoceph 500 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Altoceph 500 Capsule to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Discontinue Altoceph 500 Capsule and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Narrow-spectrum {First generation cephalosporins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 1st generation
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is cephalexin safe?
Cephalexin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Can the use of Altoceph 500 Capsule cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Altoceph 500 Capsule 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 diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. What if Altoceph 500 Capsule doesn't work?
Talk to your doctor if Altoceph 500 Capsule doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Altoceph 500 Capsule or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Altoceph 500 Capsule?
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.
Q. Can I stop taking Altoceph 500 Capsule when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Altoceph 500 Capsule and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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