All Details About Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet
Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that is effective against a multitude of bacterial infections affecting ears, nose, sinus, tonsils, throat, lungs, heart, skin, and bones. It may also be effective in treating infections that are caused by resistant bacteria.
Donate Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet either with or without food but it is best to give it with food if it upsets your child’s stomach. It is generally given three times a day. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor as these depend on the severity of the infection, its type, and your child’s body weight and age. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking the medicine, repeat the dose when your child feels better. However, do not double the dose if it is the time for the next dose.
Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet can cause some minor and temporary side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and mild skin rash. These side effects almost always go away on their own. But, in case these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor without a delay.
Tell your child’s doctor if your child has had any previous episodes of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, and kidney malfunction. Information of your child’s medical history will help the dose make dose alterations and plan your child’s overall treatment.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Intamox D
Rash
Abdominal pain
Headache
Allergy
Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Stomach pain
Nausea
Diarrhea
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor. Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet can have side effects and the symptoms (such as allergic reactions, dizziness and convulsions) may make you unfit to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
FAQs:
Is it safe to give Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet to children suffering from jaundice?
It is advised not to give Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet to children if they have jaundice. The reason being, Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet contains an active ingredient called cloxacillin which can aggravate the symptoms of jaundice in your child.
Is Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet safe for children suffering from infectious mononucleosis?
No, it is not advised to give Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet if your child is suffering from infectious mononucleosis or even leukemia as Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet can lead to the development of skin rashes.
Can I give Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet to my child repeatedly for a long time?
Giving your child Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet for a long term can cause fungal infection (oral thrush) in the mouth and severe gastrointestinal infections (superinfections). Moreover, irregular treatment, repeated use, and misuse of Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet can make the bacteria resistant. Therefore, do not alter the dose and duration on your own and give Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet to your child exactly as prescribed.
Are there any possible serious side effects of Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet?
Although rare, Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet may cause some serious side effects such as skin rash, allergy, superinfection, bleeding problems, seizures, and blood cell abnormalities. In case your child develops any of these symptoms, consult the doctor at the earliest.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet?
Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
How long does Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet takes to work?
Usually, Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet starts working soon after using it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Can I stop taking Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Intamox D Kid 125mg/125mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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