Mgdox Oral Drop 10.0 ml in 1 bottle

Last Updated: April 13th, 2026

Mgdox Oral Drop is a product of MRG Pharmaceuticals

Composition: Cefpodoxime Proxetil (25mg)

Pack of 10 ml

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All Details About Mgdox Oral Drop

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Mgdox Oral Drop

Description:

Mgdox Oral Drop is an antibiotic medicine. It is commonly given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the ears, eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract. It is also effective in treating typhoid fever in children and adolescents.

Donate this medicine to your child an hour before or two hours after meals. If your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. Make sure to stick to the prescribed dose because it is given keeping in mind the type of infection, its severity, and the age and bodyweight of your child. In case your child gags and expels the medicine within 30 mins of intake, repeat the same dose but do not double the dose if it's the time for the next dose.
Do not give this medicine to your child in case of cold and flu symptoms as this medicine is an antibiotic and doesn’t work on infections caused by viruses. Doctors prescribe this medicine for cough and cold only when they detect any underlying secondary bacterial infection.
Some of the minor and temporary side effects of this medicine include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, rash, and headache. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if these effects persist or become bothersome for your child, call the doctor right away.
Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any previous episodes of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses:

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Directions For Use:

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. Mgdox Oral Drop is to be taken with 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 Mgdox

Rash
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Diarrhea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Mgdox Oral Drop does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mgdox Oral Drop is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mgdox Oral Drop is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Mgdox Oral Drop, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

UNSAFE

Mgdox Oral Drop may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mgdox Oral Drop is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Mgdox Oral Drop is recommended.
However, dose modifications may be required in children with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

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

FAQs:

What if I give too much of Mgdox Oral Drop by mistake?

An extra dose of Mgdox Oral Drop is unlikely to do harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Mgdox Oral Drop to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Are there any possible serious side effects of Mgdox Oral Drop?

Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Forever consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.

What other medicines should not be given along with Mgdox Oral Drop?

Avoid giving Mgdox Oral Drop along with medicines like Aminoglycosides such as amikacin, gentamicin, streptomycin, anticoagulants (blood-thinners) such as warfarin, PPIs like Pentaprozole, and H2 blockers such as Famotidine. Earlier you start giving Mgdox Oral Drop to your child, let your child’s doctor know if your child is taking any of the above-mentioned medicines.

Can I vaccinate my child while he is taking Mgdox Oral Drop?

It is advised to inform the doctor if your child is taking Mgdox Oral Drop at the time of vaccinations like BCG, cholera, and typhoid as Mgdox Oral Drop can neutralize the effect of these vaccines.

Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Mgdox Oral Drop on a long-term basis?

The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.

The mucus coming out of my child’s nose is yellow-green. Is it a sign of a bacterial infection?

Golden or green mucus in the nose does not mean that antibiotics are needed. During a common cold, it is normal for mucus to thicken up and change from clear to yellow or green. Symptoms often last for 7-10 days.

My child is having a sore throat and ear infection. Can I give antibiotics?

No. More than 80% of sore throats and ear infections are caused by a virus and antibiotics are not given for viral infections. If your child has a sore throat, runny nose, a barky cough, pain, and discharge from the ear, it is most likely because of a virus. Consult your child’s doctor to seek guidance.

Does a common cold caused by viruses always result in a secondary bacterial infection? When to start an antibiotic to prevent infection?

In most cases, bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. Using antibiotics to treat viral infections may instead lead to side effects without benefiting your child's health. Employ antibiotics only after consulting with your child’s doctor.

Can Mgdox Oral Drop impact my child’s digestive system?

Children often have a sensitive stomach and develop a stomach upset while taking antibiotics. When antibiotics are given, the good bacteria in their gastrointestinal tract may take a hit too. Mgdox Oral Drop may kill off the good bacteria along with the bad, increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Mgdox Oral Drop, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.

Can Mgdox Oral Drop lead to bacterial resistance in my child?

Affirmative, irregular treatment, repeated use, and misuse of Mgdox Oral Drop can lead to resistance. Resistant bacteria are no longer killed by the antibiotics and may lead to reinfection.

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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