Bantine Dry Syrup 50 mg (Potency) / 5 mL (Cefpodoxime Proxetil)

Child dose

○ Infants and children: Suspend for use and administer cefpodoxime orally at 3mg (potency) per kg of body weight per dose, 2～3 times daily. For severe cases or cases considered to have an insufficient response, administer 4.5mg (potency) per kg of body weight per dose orally 3 times daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age, symptoms, etc.

This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame, which is broken down into phenylalanine in the body. Therefore, patients with the hereditary condition phenylketonuria should not take this medication. The daily intake of aspartame should be limited to below the recommended amount by the World Health Organization, and adults should be cautious not to exceed 2.4g per day. This medication should not be administered to patients who have previously experienced shock due to this medication. Additionally, as it contains lactose monohydrate, it is safer not to use this medication in patients with galactose intolerance or certain genetic disorders. Patients with allergies to this medication's ingredients or cephalosporin antibiotics, as well as those with hypersensitivity to penicillin antibiotics or asthma or allergic constitutions should exercise caution before administration. Patients with severely impaired kidney function may require dosage adjustment and monitoring as excretion of this medication may be delayed. Patients unable to take oral medications, elderly patients, or patients in poor general health may also exhibit symptoms of vitamin K deficiency and should be cautious. This medication can rarely cause severe allergic reactions, such as shock and anaphylaxis, so if symptoms occur, administration must be discontinued immediately. Allergic reactions such as skin rash, urticaria, or itching should receive appropriate treatment, and gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea should also be monitored. Respiratory problems or pneumonia symptoms may appear, so if there is difficulty breathing or worsening cough, administration should be halted and treatment sought. Abnormalities may appear in blood tests, so regular monitoring is necessary for long-term use. Also, neurological symptoms or severe skin reactions may occur, so careful observation of skin condition and neurological symptoms is essential. This medication may affect liver and kidney function; therefore, it is important to regularly check liver and kidney function. Infections such as stomatitis or candidiasis may occur during treatment, so oral status should be inspected as well. Vitamin K and vitamin B deficiency symptoms may manifest, thus nutritional status should also be monitored closely. Dizziness may occur when driving or operating machinery, so caution is necessary. For those using this medication for more than 10 days, it is advisable to check white blood cell counts through blood tests. Patients with decreased kidney function will require dosage adjustment, as central nervous system side effects such as seizures may occur; therefore, it is essential to be attentive. Severe skin reactions have been reported; any abnormal symptoms on the skin must be discussed with healthcare professionals immediately. Caution is warranted if using concurrently with other diuretics or certain antibiotics, as this may strain the kidneys; close monitoring is necessary. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication cautiously, as its safety has not been established; it is recommended to discontinue breastfeeding while using this medication. It is advisable not to use this medication in neonates or infants under 2 months of age, as safety has not been confirmed. Elderly patients may experience adverse reactions more easily due to decreased bodily functions; thus, careful observation and adjustment of dosage and administration intervals are required.

Shock

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and the storage temperature should be between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. By storing it this way, the efficacy of the medication can be maintained for a longer period.

Appearance

This medication is a granule with a reddish-yellow to orange color.

Package unit

40g/200mL