Cetil 125mg 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.

Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup in children

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup for your child

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Cetil 125mg 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 Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup in children

Cetil 125mg 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 Cetil

Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Allergy
Increased liver enzymes

How can I give Cetil 125mg 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. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup is to be taken with food.
Avoid Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup with dietary sodium.

How Cetil Dry Syrup works

Cetil 125mg 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

Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup is recommended.
However, consult your child's doctor before giving Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

What if I forget to give Cetil 125mg 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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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 Cetil 125mg Dry Syrup to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Discontinue giving Cetil 125mg 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

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 2nd generation

Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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Orthopaedics

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