Metacef Suspension 250mg/5ml

About Metacef Suspension 250mg/5ml

Metacef Suspension 250mg/5ml Uses

• Treats throat, tonsil and ear infections caused by bacteria
• Clears skin and soft tissue infections in children
• Treats urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria
• Used for respiratory tract infections in pediatric patients

Metacef Suspension 250mg/5ml Benefits

• Liquid form makes dosing easier for young children
• Twice daily dosing improves compliance in pediatric treatment
• Broad activity against common bacteria causing childhood infections
• Generally well tolerated with a predictable safety profile

What Experts Say

Cefadroxil is a first generation cephalosporin antibiotic commonly prescribed for children across Pakistan for everyday bacterial infections affecting the throat, skin and urinary tract. It works by disrupting the bacterial cell wall, which causes susceptible bacteria to die and stops the infection from spreading further in the body.

Pediatric references note that cefadroxil suspension is commonly prescribed for children who cannot swallow tablets, especially for throat, ear and skin infections where dosing by body weight is required for accurate and safe treatment outcomes across different age groups.

Doctors caution that antibiotics should only be used for confirmed or strongly suspected bacterial infections, never for viral colds or flu, which do not respond to this class of medicine. The full prescribed course should be completed, since stopping early can allow bacteria to survive and contribute to antibiotic resistance.

Drug Class

• First Generation Cephalosporin Antibiotic
• Beta-Lactam Antibiotic

Metacef Suspension 250mg/5ml formula

• Cefadroxil

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Metacef Suspension 250mg/5ml?

• Shake the bottle well before every use
• Measure the dose using the marked spoon or syringe provided
• Give at evenly spaced times, with or without food
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early
• Store the reconstituted suspension in the refrigerator as directed by the pharmacist

Drug Interactions

• Probenecid: Can raise cefadroxil blood levels by slowing its elimination from the body.
• Oral Anticoagulants: Cefadroxil may enhance the effect of blood thinners in some patients.
• Other Antibiotics: Combining with certain antibiotics is generally avoided unless directed by a doctor.

Risks and warnings

• Penicillin Allergy: Patients allergic to penicillin may also react to cefadroxil due to cross sensitivity.
• Kidney Function: Dose adjustment is needed in children and adults with reduced kidney function.
• Antibiotic Resistance: Incomplete courses can contribute to resistant bacteria.
• Severe Diarrhea: Report persistent or bloody diarrhea promptly, as it may signal a serious bowel condition.

Metacef Suspension 250mg/5ml Side Effects

• Diarrhea
• Nausea or vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Skin rash
• Loss of appetite
• Vaginal itching in older patients with prolonged use
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of the face or throat
• Severe watery or bloody diarrhea suggesting a serious bowel infection

Storage Conditions

• Store the unopened bottle below 25°C in a dry place
• Refrigerate the mixed suspension after reconstitution
• Discard any unused suspension after 14 days
• Keep out of reach of children