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Sofoxin O Oral Suspension
Prescription Required
Your child’s medicine at a glance
Sofoxin O Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine that treats bacterial infections that may affect your child’s eyes, ears, nose, throat, lungs, skin, bone and joints, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract. It can also be used in treating typhoid fever in children and adolescents.
Sofoxin O Oral Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Sofoxin O Oral Suspension1 and Sofoxin O Oral Suspension2.
Sofoxin O Oral Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Sofoxin O Oral Suspension1 and Sofoxin O Oral Suspension2.
Uses of Sofoxin O Oral Suspension in children
Benefits of Sofoxin O Oral Suspension for your child
In Treatment of Typhoid fever
Typhoid fever spreads through the intake of contaminated food and water. Children who have typhoid and do not require hospital admission can be well managed with Sofoxin O Oral Suspension at home because of its excellent activity against organisms that cause typhoid fever.
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Sofoxin O Oral Suspension is a combination of two different antibiotics that work together, in different ways, to treat various bacterial infections. Cefixime works by stopping the growth of bacteria and kills them. Ofloxacin prevents multiplication and repair of infection causing bacteria and prevents further spread of the infection.
This combination medicine can be used to treat many different bacterial infections such as ear, sinus, throat, lung, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
This combination medicine can be used to treat many different bacterial infections such as ear, sinus, throat, lung, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Sofoxin O Oral Suspension in children
Sofoxin O 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 Sofoxin O
- Loss of appetite
- Allergy
How can I give Sofoxin O 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. Sofoxin O Oral Suspension is to be taken with food.
How Sofoxin O Oral Suspension works
Sofoxin O Oral Suspension contains two antibiotics. Cefixime works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) while ofloxacin directly interacts with the genetic material of bacteria. As a consequence, the infection-causing bacteria stop growing further and the spread of the infection is successfully arrested.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Sofoxin O Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sofoxin O Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sofoxin O Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Sofoxin O Oral Suspension is recommended.
However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Sofoxin O Oral Suspension to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Sofoxin O Oral Suspension to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
What if I forget to give Sofoxin O Oral Suspension 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.
Sofoxin O Oral Suspension
₹77.0/Oral Suspension
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Quick tips
- 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.
- Give this medicine with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
- Do not give any calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin, or antacid within 2 hours of taking Sofoxin O Oral Suspension as these can affect the absorption of the medicine.
- Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.
- Only give Sofoxin O Oral Suspension to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
- Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
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- Tiwaskar M. Cefixime-ofloxacin Combination in the Management of Uncomplicated Typhoid Fever in the Indian Community Setting. J Assoc Physicians India. 2019;67(3):75-80. [Accessed 29 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:
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- University of Michigan: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Ofloxacin. [Accessed 29 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Eveson Pharma
Address: SCO NO-8 2nd Floor, Swastik Vihar, Sector 5, Panchkula, 134109, Haryana, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Sofoxin O Oral Suspension. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Sofoxin O Oral Suspension. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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MRP
₹77
Inclusive of all taxes
1 Bottle
30.0 ml in 1 bottle
Cash on delivery available