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Cefpodoxime
💊 Used for: Respiratory infections, otitis media, skin infections, UTIs, enteric fever
Formulation
Suspension
50mg, 100mg per 5ml
Dose Range
10–10 mg/kg
Max Daily
10 mg/kg
Frequency
Every 12 hours with food
Max Single
400 mg
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 50mg, 100mg per 5ml
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 50–50 mg | 2.5–2.5 ml | ≤ 50 mg |
| 6 kg | 60–60 mg | 3.0–3.0 ml | ≤ 60 mg |
| 7 kg | 70–70 mg | 3.5–3.5 ml | ≤ 70 mg |
| 8 kg | 80–80 mg | 4.0–4.0 ml | ≤ 80 mg |
| 9 kg | 90–90 mg | 4.5–4.5 ml | ≤ 90 mg |
| 10 kg | 100–100 mg | 5.0–5.0 ml | ≤ 100 mg |
| 12 kg | 120–120 mg | 6.0–6.0 ml | ≤ 120 mg |
| 15 kg | 150–150 mg | 7.5–7.5 ml | ≤ 150 mg |
| 18 kg | 180–180 mg | 9.0–9.0 ml | ≤ 180 mg |
| 20 kg | 200–200 mg | 10.0–10.0 ml | ≤ 200 mg |
| 25 kg | 250–250 mg | 12.5–12.5 ml | ≤ 250 mg |
| 30 kg | 300–300 mg | 15.0–15.0 ml | ≤ 300 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Give with food for better absorption
- •Monitor for allergic reactions
Possible Side Effects
- •Diarrhea
- •Nausea
- •Abdominal pain
- •Rash
- •Headache
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