Dosage of Sporidex This is a Prescription-Only Medicine (POM). Dosage must be strictly followed as prescribed by a pediatrician, usually based on the child's weight.

• Typical Dose: Often calculated at 25mg to 50mg per kg of body weight per day, divided into smaller doses.
• Frequency: Usually given 2 to 4 times a day (every 6, 8, or 12 hours) depending on the severity of the infection.

Proper Administration

• Reconstitution: If the powder has not been mixed, add boiled and cooled water up to the mark on the bottle and shake well.
• Shake Well: Always shake the bottle vigorously before each dose to ensure the medicine is properly mixed.
• Measurement: Always use the measuring spoon or syringe provided. Do not use a standard kitchen spoon.
• Consistency: Try to give the doses at the same time every day to keep the level of antibiotic steady in the blood.
• Complete the Course: Even if the child seems better, finish all the medicine prescribed to prevent the infection from returning or causing antibiotic resistance.

How to Store and Dispose of Sporidex

• Before Mixing: Store the dry powder at room temperature.
• After Mixing (Liquid): Store in a refrigerator (2°C – 8°C). Keep the bottle tightly closed.
• Shelf Life: Discard any remaining liquid after 14 days.
• Disposal: Keep out of reach of children. Return unused portions to a pharmacy.

Quick Tips for Sporidex

• With or Without Food: Sporidex can be taken with or without food. If it causes stomach upset, giving it with a meal or milk may help.
• Diarrhea Management: If the child develops mild diarrhea, continue the course but offer plenty of fluids. For severe diarrhea, contact your doctor.
• Probiotics: Consider giving your child yogurt or a pediatric probiotic during the course to support gut health.

Safety and Precautions

Contraindications of Sporidex

• Cephalosporin Allergy: Do NOT use if the child is allergic to Cephalexin or any other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Severe Penicillin Allergy: Use with caution if the child has a history of severe immediate allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to Penicillin.

Side Effects of Sporidex

• Common: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or mild stomach pain.
• Less Common: Dizziness, fatigue, or oral thrush (white patches in the mouth).
• Serious: Severe skin rash, itching, or bloody diarrhea.
• Action: If the child experiences swelling of the face, lips, or tongue, or has difficulty breathing, seek emergency medical help immediately.

Precautions and Warnings

• Kidney Function: Inform your doctor if the child has any known kidney problems, as the dose may need adjustment.
• Interactions: Inform your doctor of any other medications the child is taking, including vitamins or herbal supplements.

• Pack Size: 100ml Bottle (after reconstitution).
• Form: Oral Suspension.
• Strength: 250mg per 5ml.
• Active Ingredient: Cephalexin.