Prefer giving Eltocin Kid 125mg Tablet DT on an empty stomach (either 1 hour before or 2 hours after food) as that will enhance the medicine&rsquos absorption. However, if stomach upset occurs, give it with a small amount of food. Eltocin Kid 125mg Tablet DT is usually given four times a day. Since the dose depends upon the type of infection, its severity, and your child&rsquos age and body weight, make sure to stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor.
The usual duration of the treatment is 5 to 10 days, depending upon infection severity and how well your child responds to the treatment. Ensure that your child completes the full prescribed course of the medicine as stopping it abruptly may worsen your child&rsquos condition or increase the risk of reinfection. In case your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, help your child calm down and then give the same dose again.
This medicine may have some mild side effects. including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain. These side effects should recede on their own within a few days. However, in case these effects persist or become bothersome for your child, consult your child&rsquos doctor without any delay.
Inform your child&rsquos doctor if your child has a history of allergies, heart problems, liver impairment, or kidney malfunction. Knowing the child&rsquos medical history is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child&rsquos overall treatment.