Orelox 40mg/5ml is supplied as granules that are reconstituted with water to produce an oral suspension.
Cefpodoxime is a third-generation cephalosporin that inhibits bacterial cell-wall synthesis.
The suspension formulation is particularly useful where an oral liquid is required.
Approved uses include selected infections such as acute otitis media, streptococcal throat infections, sinusitis and lower respiratory tract infections in children.
Uses
- Acute otitis media
- Streptococcal throat infections
- Sinusitis
- Selected lower respiratory tract infections
- Other susceptible bacterial infections as prescribed
Active Ingredient
- Cefpodoxime 40mg per 5ml, as cefpodoxime proxetil
How to Take
- Reconstitute exactly according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Shake well before each dose.
- Measure each dose using an appropriate oral syringe or measuring device.
- Follow the prescribed dose according to the child’s age and weight.
Precautions
- Prescription-only medicine.
- Check for previous serious reactions to cephalosporins or penicillins.
- The exact reconstituted suspension should be stored according to the product leaflet.
- Complete the prescribed course.
