Metoxim Syrup 
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USED FOR:
Bacterial infections
COMPOSITION:
Cefpodoxime (50mg/5ml)
Therapeutic Uses:
anti infectives
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
PROBABLY SAFE
Metoxim Syrup is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE
Metoxim Syrup is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.Avoid prolonged use of Metoxim Syrup, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Metoxim Syrup may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Metoxim Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Metoxim Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE
Metoxim Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Metoxim Syrup is recommended.
Uses of Metoxim Syrup
Metoxim Syrup is used in the treatment of bacterial infectionsIt is used for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, ear, bone, blood, abdomen, genital and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.
How to use Metoxim Syrup
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. Metoxim Syrup is to be taken with food.
How Metoxim Syrup works
Metoxim Syrup is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.
Common Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.
Expert advice for Metoxim Syrup
Your doctor has prescribed Metoxim to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Metoxim 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. If you're on blood thinners, Metoxim can interact with your medications and increase your bleeding tendencies.
Q. Is Metoxim an antibiotic?
Yes, Metoxim is an antibiotic, it belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.
Q. Is Metoxim safe to use?
Metoxim is safe to use at the prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Q. Is Metoxim a steroid?
Metoxim is not a steroid. It is an antibiotic which belongs to the class of medication known as cephalosporin.
Q. Is Metoxim related to penicillin?
Metoxim belongs to the group of medicines known as cephalosporins. Both Penicillins and cephalosporins belong to the group of beta-lactam antibiotics as they contain the beta-lactam ring.
Q. Can I take Metoxim with ibuprofen?
Metoxim can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Does Metoxim treat chlamydia?
Metoxim has not shown any activity against chlamydia. Please consult your doctor for the treatment of chlamydial infection.
Q. Does Metoxim cover pseudomonas?
Metoxim has not been reported to be active against pseudomonas. Please consult your doctor for the treatment of any pseudomonal infection.
Q. Does cefuroxime have penicillin?
No, cefuroxime does not contain penicillin.
Q. Does Metoxim cover methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)?
Metoxim is not active against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), rather there has been reported an inherent resistance against this bacteria.
Q. Does Metoxim cover enterococcus?
Metoxim has not been reported to be active against enterococcus.
Admac Pharma Ltd
₹2.07/ml of Dry Syrup Out of stock
BestoChem Formulations India Ltd
₹2.23/ml of Dry Syrup Out of stock
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