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Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml
Cefpodoxime Proxetil (25mg)
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Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml is used for treatment of Bacterial infections.
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Key details
Salt: Cefpodoxime Proxetil (25mg)
Available variants: drop 25 mg / 10 ml 10ML
Price: ₹65 (₹6.52 per ml)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ALKEM LAB
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Composition of Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml
Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil (25mg). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.
Uses of Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Benefits of Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml
- In Bacterial infection
- Swich kills a wide range of bacteria by breaking down their cell walls, bringing the infection under control. Finishing the full course prevents it coming back.
- In Chest infection
- Swich treats bacterial infections of the chest, easing the cough, fever and breathlessness as the bacteria are cleared.
- In Urinary infection
- Swich clears the bacteria behind burning, frequency and pain on passing urine.
- In Ear and throat infection
- Swich treats bacterial infections of the ear, throat and sinuses, relieving the pain and fever they cause.
- In Typhoid
- Swich kills the typhoid bacteria in the blood and gut, bringing down the fever and preventing the complications of untreated typhoid.
How Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml works
Swich Drops 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 the bacteria resistant to further treatment.
How to take Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml
Most side effects of Swich are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Loose motions
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Rash
- Thrush
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on this medicine.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Finish the whole course even after you feel better — stopping early breeds resistant bacteria. Tell your doctor if you have ever had a severe reaction to penicillin; a small proportion of people react to both groups. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Several medicines in this group are on Schedule H1 precisely because overuse drives antibiotic resistance. Take it only when a doctor has prescribed it for you.
Do not take Swich if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics.
Interactions with other medicines
Antacids, iron and zinc reduce absorption — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.
How to store Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml
Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Do not freeze. Once opened, use it within the period printed on the pack. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml
- Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics.
- Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
- Give this medicine 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.
- Never use this medicine for such conditions.
- Only give Swich Drops to your child for their current infection.
- Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ALKEM LAB
- Therapeutic class:
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class:
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class:
- Cephalosporins
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Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml FAQs
What is Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml used for?
Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml is commonly used for Treatment of Bacterial infections. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml?
Bacterial infection: Swich kills a wide range of bacteria by breaking down their cell walls, bringing the infection under control. Finishing the full course prevents it coming back. It is also used for chest infection, urinary infection, ear and throat infection.
What is the salt in Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml?
Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil (25mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How does Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml work?
Swich Drops is an antibiotic.
Is Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml a prescription medicine?
Yes. Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml?
The side effects reported most often with Swich are Loose motions, Nausea, Stomach pain, Rash, Thrush. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Swich.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml?
Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml.
Is Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml habit forming?
No. Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml starts at ₹65 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in drop 25 mg / 10 ml 10ML. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml?
Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml is manufactured by ALKEM LAB. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml delivered?
Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil (25mg)
- Form
- drop
- Price
- ₹65 (₹6.52 per ml)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H1
- Brand
- ALKEM LAB
- Manufacturer
- ALKEM LAB
- Therapeutic class
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class
- Cephalosporins
- Action class
- Third-Generation Cephalosporins
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- drop 25 mg / 10 ml 10ML
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Swich Drops 25 mg 10 ml.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.