Pdox PZ Oral Suspension is commonly prescribed in children to treat fever, body ache as well as allergic symptoms associated with common cold like runny nose, cough, sneezing, and watery eyes. Also, it is one of the commonly used medicines in chickenpox for symptomatic relief.

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Pdox PZ Oral Suspension1 and Pdox PZ Oral Suspension2.

Uses of Pdox PZ Oral Suspension in children

Benefits of Pdox PZ Oral Suspension for your child

In Treatment of Fever

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension helps reduce high body temperature and relieve headache, body ache, and malaise. It works by blocking the pain and fever pathways in the brain responsible for the rise in body temperature.

In Treatment of Common cold

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of the common cold, such as a blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. It also shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours. These actions make breathing easier.

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes, and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by your doctor, and do not stop using it unless you are advised otherwise.

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Side effects of Pdox PZ Oral Suspension in children

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension 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 Pdox PZ

Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea
Rash
Dizziness

How can I give Pdox PZ Oral Suspension to my child?

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. Pdox PZ Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Pdox PZ Oral Suspension works

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension contains two active ingredients: paracetamol, and promethazine. These ingredients together relieve common cold symptoms. Promethazine is an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever.

Safety advice

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Pdox PZ Oral Suspension is recommended.
However, discuss with your child's doctor in case of severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pdox PZ Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if I forget to give Pdox PZ Oral Suspension to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule and do not give a double dose to catch up with the missed dose.

All substitutes

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

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Quick tips

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension may make your child feel sleepy. Ensure your child takes extra care when taking part in physical activities.
Never combine Pdox PZ Oral Suspension with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects.
Stop Pdox PZ Oral Suspension and immediately report to the doctor if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties.
Practice self-care tips:
1. Keep the surroundings and surfaces neat and clean to avoid exposure to allergens
2. Make sure your child maintains proper hygiene and sanitation to avoid infection
3. Ensure your child takes enough rest to expedite recovery.

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Patient concerns

Common cold with bronchitis fever two days Fever with common cold & bronchitis

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Your child may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs.

Fever common cold cough headach

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Tab PAcimol 500 1 SOS, Steam inhalation, Tab lording 1OD x 3 days

FAQs

Q. Is it safe to give Pdox PZ Oral Suspension to children less than 1 year old?

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension should not be used in children who are less than 2 years of age because it has the potential of causing fatal respiratory depression.

Q. What if I give an overdose of Pdox PZ Oral Suspension by mistake?

Prolonged or excess intake of Pdox PZ Oral Suspension can put your child at risk of developing serious side effects like bradycardia, decreased blood pressure, confusion, delirium, disorientation, dizziness, drowsiness, and hallucinations. Always stick to the prescribed dose. To pour out the right dose, use the calibrated cup provided with the medicine by the manufacturer. Do not use a kitchen teaspoon as it will not give the correct estimate.

Q. When will my child’s condition improve after taking Pdox PZ Oral Suspension?

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension usually starts working within 30 to 60 minutes of intake and shows its peak effect within 3 to 4 hours. Your child may start to feel better after a few doses. In case the pain or fever persists longer, consult your child’s doctor immediately.

Q. Where should I keep Pdox PZ Oral Suspension?

Keep Pdox PZ Oral Suspension out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake. Also, it should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light.

Q. Can Pdox PZ Oral Suspension make my child sleepy?

Pdox PZ Oral Suspension may cause mild drowsiness, making your child feel sleepy. So, be cautious and never give this medicine if your child is suffering from a sleep disorder as this medicine can mask the symptoms of underlying sleep disorders like insomnia. It is always best to consult your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child.

Q. In what conditions should Pdox PZ Oral Suspension be given with caution?

It is advised to use Pdox PZ Oral Suspension with caution if the child has malnutrition, G6PD deficiency, liver disease, or any medicinal allergy. So, do not hesitate to share your child’s complete medical history with the doctor as that will help the doctor decide whether the medicine is safe for your child or not.

Q. When should I call my child’s doctor right away?

Do not delay calling your child’s doctor if your child starts to show side effects like irregular heartbeat, complaints of urinary retention, vision problem, muscle spasm, irregular bodily movements, and sudden weakness.

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References

Paracetamol, promethazine hydrochloride, dextromethorphan hydrobromide [Patient Information Leaflet]. Tipperary, Ireland: Pinewood Laboratories Ltd.; 2020. [Accessed 20 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:
Promethazine HCl. Philadelphia, PA: Wyeth Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2004. [Accessed 20 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:

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