Drocef Syrup

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 10 Nov 2024 | 01:09 AM (IST)

Drocef Syrup is an antibiotic medicine that is given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the skin, throat, and tonsils. It may also be prescribed as a second line of treatment for urinary tract infections.

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30 ml Syrup

General Information

Contains

Cefadroxil (125mg)

Marketer

Hamax Pharmaceuticals

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Drocef Syrup may be given with or without food. However, if your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. The dose and duration of the medicine will depend on the type and severity of the infection. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again but do not double dose if it is almost time for the next dose.

Drocef Syrup may cause some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal pain. Usually, these subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor immediately.

Inform the doctor about your child’s complete medical history, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problems, blood disorders, birth defects, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problems, skin disorders, or liver and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Drocef Syrup in children

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Drocef Syrup for your child

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Drocef Syrup is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Drocef Syrup in children

Drocef Syrup 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 Drocef

Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Allergy
Headache

How can I give Drocef Syrup 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. Drocef Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Drocef Syrup works

Drocef Syrup is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

Quick tips

Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Give Drocef Syrup with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. This medicine is not to be taken in such cases.
Only give Drocef Syrup 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.

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

Drocef Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Drocef Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Drocef Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Drocef Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Drocef Syrup to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

What if I overdose my child by mistake?

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

Can Drocef Syrup cause any serious side effects?

Yes, Drocef Syrup may rarely cause some serious side effects. These include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, severe diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Drocef Syrup?

Drocef Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Drocef Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Drocef Syrup?

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.

Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Drocef Syrup on a long-term basis?

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

My child has a runny nose and I can see yellow-green color mucus oozing out from my child’s nose. What does it indicate?

During a common cold, it is normal for mucus to thicken up and change from clear to yellow or green. This color change of mucus does not necessarily indicate the need for antibiotics. These symptoms often last for 7-10 days. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

Can Drocef Syrup impact my child’s digestive system?

Children generally have a sensitive stomach, and they may develop a stomach upset while taking medicines. Drocef Syrup is an antibiotic and its use may affect or compromise the good bacteria in their gastrointestinal tract. It may kill off the good bacteria along with the bad and increase the risk of developing other infections. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Drocef Syrup, do not abruptly stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. The doctor may suggest an alternative dose to reduce the chances of such side effects.

Can Drocef Syrup lead to bacterial resistance in my child?

Yes, irregular treatment, repeated use, and misuse of Drocef Syrup can lead to bacterial resistance. This means that whenever next required, the same antibiotic may not be effective, and a different antibiotic may be needed for your child, which too may not work or cause increased side-effects.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Narrow- specttrum {First generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 1st generation

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

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Marketer details

Name: Hamax Pharmaceuticals
Address: 703, G.I.D.C., Industrial Estate, Makarpura, Vadodara-390 010, (Gujarat).

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
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