🔬 Introduction
Starpod – Drops is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic formulated for infants and young children. It provides broad-spectrum antibacterial coverage, making it highly effective against respiratory, urinary, ear, and skin infections.
⚕️ Pharmacokinetics & Bioavailability
✔ Oral Bioavailability: 50% (increased with food intake)
✔ Protein Binding: 40%
✔ Half-life: 2-3 hours
✔ Excretion: Primarily via urine (~80%)
🦠 Indications & Uses
🚑 Starpod – Drops is prescribed for:
✔ Respiratory Tract Infections – Pneumonia, Bronchitis, Tonsillitis, Sinusitis
✔ Ear Infections – Acute Otitis Media
✔ Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) – Cystitis, Pyelonephritis
✔ Skin & Soft Tissue Infections – Impetigo, Cellulitis
✔ Typhoid Fever – Effective against Salmonella typhi
💊 Dosage & Administration
✔ Route: Oral (Drops – Shake well before use)
✔ Recommended Dosage:
- Infants (as per body weight): 5 mg/kg body weight per day, divided into two doses
- Administered every 12 hours or as directed by the physician
📌 Administration Guidelines:
- Shake well before each use
- Administer with a dropper or syringe
- Give after food for better absorption
- Complete the full course to prevent antibiotic resistance
⚙️ Mechanism of Action
✔ Cefpodoxime Proxetil: Converts into its active form, Cefpodoxime, after absorption, inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to bacterial death (bactericidal action).
🔬 Effective Against:
- Gram-positive & Gram-negative bacteria
- β-lactamase-producing strains
⚠️ Warnings & Precautions
❌ Allergy Alert: Avoid if allergic to cephalosporins or penicillins
❌ Renal Impairment: Dose adjustment required in kidney disorders
❌ Diarrhea Risk: May cause antibiotic-associated diarrhea
❌ Not Recommended for Premature Babies Without Doctor’s Advice
🚨 Adverse Effects
✔ Common: Mild diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
✔ Serious (Rare): Skin rash, allergic reactions, liver enzyme changes
⚡ Drug Interactions
⚡ Antacids & H2 Blockers (Ranitidine, Omeprazole): May reduce Cefpodoxime absorption
⚡ Blood Thinners (Warfarin): May increase bleeding risk
⚡ Probenecid: Can delay antibiotic elimination, increasing drug levels
📦 Storage Conditions
📌 Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C
📌 Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture
📌 Keep out of reach of children
🏆 Conclusion
Starpod – Drops is a safe and effective antibiotic specially designed for infants and toddlers, ensuring fast relief from infections with minimal side effects.
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