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Wikicef Dry Syrup

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Wikicef Dry Syrup effectively treats bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, soft tissues, bones, joints, and urinary tract in children. It is also given to prevent infection in animal and human bite wounds and may also be given before surgical procedures as a preventive therapy.

Wikicef Dry Syrup is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Wikicef Dry Syrup in children

Benefits of Wikicef Dry Syrup for your child

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Wikicef Dry Syrup is a versatile antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones, joints, 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 Wikicef Dry Syrup in children

Wikicef Dry Syrup 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 Wikicef

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Allergy
  • Increased liver enzymes

How can I give Wikicef Dry Syrup 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. Wikicef Dry Syrup is to be taken with food.

How Wikicef Oral Suspension works

Wikicef Dry Syrup is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

Safety advice

Kidney
CAUTION
Wikicef Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Wikicef Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Wikicef Dry Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Wikicef Dry Syrup is recommended.
However, consult your child's doctor before giving Wikicef Dry Syrup to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

What if I forget to give Wikicef Dry Syrup to my child?

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

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Quick tips

  • Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
  • Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
  • Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. This medicine is not to be taken in such cases.
  • Only give Wikicef Dry Syrup to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
  • Discontinue giving Wikicef Dry Syrup and consult the doctor immediately in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Intermediate spectrum {Second generation cephalosporins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 2nd generation

Patient concerns

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Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days
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Country of origin: India

MRP
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30.0 ml in 1 bottle
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