Medispan Suspension 100mg/5ml

About Medispan Suspension 100mg/5ml

Medispan Suspension Uses

• Bacterial throat and tonsil infections
• Middle ear infections in children
• Urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria
• Acute bronchitis with a bacterial cause
• Typhoid fever caused by susceptible Salmonella strains

Medispan Suspension Benefits

• Once or twice daily dosing improves compliance in children
• Pleasant taste makes it easier to give to young children
• Broad coverage against common childhood bacterial infections
• Affordable option compared to several imported cefixime brands

What Experts Say

Pediatricians across Pakistan reach for cefixime when a child has a bacterial infection that needs an oral antibiotic with easy dosing. Its long half life allows once or twice daily use, which matters for parents managing a sick child at home. This suspension form also makes accurate weight based dosing possible for infants and young children who cannot swallow tablets.

Cefixime works by stopping bacteria from building their protective cell wall. This action makes it effective against many bacteria that cause throat, ear and urinary infections in children. It does not treat infections caused by viruses, so it will not help with the common cold or most sore throats.

Doctors usually prescribe a course of five to ten days, depending on the infection being treated. Early stopping of the medicine, even if the child feels better, can allow surviving bacteria to cause a relapse. A completed course also lowers the risk of antibiotic resistance developing in the community.

Drug Class

• Third Generation Cephalosporin Antibiotic

Medispan Suspension 100mg/5ml formula

• Cefixime

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Medispan Suspension 100mg/5ml?

• Shake the bottle well before every dose to mix the suspension evenly.
• Use the measuring spoon or oral syringe provided, not a household spoon.
• Give the dose with or without food, at the same times each day.
• Follow the doctor's weight based dosing schedule rather than adult dosing.
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve within a few days.

Drug Interactions

• Antacids and Iron Supplements: These can reduce cefixime absorption if taken at the same time.
• Carbamazepine: Cefixime can raise blood levels of this seizure medicine.
• Warfarin: Combined use may increase bleeding risk and needs monitoring.
• Probenecid: This medicine can raise cefixime levels in the blood.

Risks and warnings

• Allergic Reactions: This antibiotic is not suitable for children with a known allergy to cephalosporins or penicillin.
• Kidney Conditions: Dose adjustment is needed in children with reduced kidney function.
• Diarrhea: Severe or persistent diarrhea needs prompt medical attention, since it can signal a serious gut infection.
• Not For Viral Illness: This antibiotic will not help colds, flu or most viral sore throats.
• Incomplete Courses: An incomplete course can lead to treatment failure and resistant bacteria.

Medispan Suspension Side Effects

• Loose stools or diarrhea
• Stomach pain or discomfort
• Nausea
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Loss of appetite
• Vaginal itching in older girls with prolonged use
• Allergic reaction in rare cases

Storage Conditions

• Store the unopened bottle below 25°C in a dry place.
• Keep the reconstituted suspension in the refrigerator, not frozen.
• Discard any unused suspension after fourteen days of reconstitution.
• Keep out of reach of children.