Macpod 50 Suspension 30ml

Macpod-50 Oral Suspension is used for managing the following conditions in children:

• Infections of the middle ear, also known as acute otitis media, caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Haemophilus influenzae, or Moraxella catarrhalis.

• Cases of sore throat and inflamed tonsils, also referred to as pharyngitis and tonsillitis, triggered by the bacterium Streptococcus pyogenes.

• Community-acquired pneumonia, a type of lung infection picked up in everyday life, caused by S. pneumoniae or H. influenzae.

• Acute uncomplicated urinary tract infections (cystitis), a condition where the lower urinary system becomes infected with bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, or Klebsiella pneumoniae.

• Uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.

Give Macpod-50 Oral Suspension to your child using these simple steps:

• Thoroughly shake the bottle before each use.

• Use a spoon or cup to measure out the exact quantity recommended by your child's doctor.

• Ensure you follow your doctor's instructions on dosage and duration of use for Macpod-50 Oral Suspension.

• To enhance the absorption of the medicine into your child's body, give it to them along with food.

• Always consult your doctor for specific advice.

Macpod-50 Oral Suspension is given orally to your child.

Macpod-50 Oral Suspension contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil (50 mg), which works on your child's body in the following ways:

• Inhibits Bacterial Cell Wall Synthesis: Cefpodoxime Proxetil works by blocking penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located on the inner membrane of the bacterial cell wall. These proteins play a crucial role in forming the bacterial cell wall.

• Causes Cell Lysis: By inhibiting these proteins, Cefpodoxime Proxetil prevents the cross-linkage of peptidoglycan chains necessary for maintaining the strength and rigidity of the bacterial cell wall. This action weakens the bacterial cell wall and causes cell lysis, a process where the cell bursts due to an imbalance of osmotic pressure.

• Prodrug Mechanism: Cefpodoxime Proxetil is a prodrug that is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and de-esterified to its active metabolite, cefpodoxime. This means that it becomes active only after it is metabolised within your child's body, allowing for more efficient absorption and distribution.

• Keep Macpod-50 Oral Suspension in a cool place at a temperature below 30°C.

• After mixing, you can keep it at room temperature or in the fridge (2° to 8°C) for up to 14 days or 21 days, respectively.

• Make sure it's away from direct light and out of reach of children.

• Encourage your child to drink plenty of fluid, as hydration can help when managing infections and may assist in flushing bacteria from the body.

• Maintaining good hygiene practices such as regular hand washing can help prevent the spread of bacterial infections that Macpod-50 Oral Suspension is used to manage.