Swich is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, Swich will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
Swich is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Prescription: Yes
Warnings: Do not take Swich Drops 10 ml if you are allergic to cefpodoxime or any antibiotics. Taking antibiotics of own or practising self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Before taking Swich Drops 10 ml, let your doctor know if you have/had inflammation in bowel, kidney or liver problems. Do not take antacids and anti-ulcer medicines along with Swich Drops 10 ml and maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both to avoid any drug interaction. Consult a doctor before taking Swich Drops 10 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Swich Drops 10 ml to prevent unpleasant side effects. Swich Drops 10 ml may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving.
Medicine Interaction: Swich Drops 10 ml may have interaction with furosemide (used to treat oedema), warfarin (used to prevent blood clotting), calcium/vitamin D (multimineral for bones), sodium bicarbonate, aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, cimetidine, ranitidine and loratadine (used to treat ulcer and acidity), and probenecid (used to treat excess uric acid).
Side Effects: Signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
diarrhea that is watery or bloody,
fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms,
unusual bleeding or bruising,
cough, wheezing, chest tightness, trouble breathing,
fast or pounding heartbeats,
feeling like you might pass out,
seizure (convulsions),
pale or yellowed skin, dark colored urine, fever, confusion or weakness,
jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes),
fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash,
swelling, rapid weight gain, feeling short of breath (even with mild exertion) or
increased thirst, loss of appetite, urinating less than usual or not at all.
Less serious side effects may include:
Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, mild diarrhea, bloating, gas, constipation,
stiff or tight muscles,
back pain, muscle pain,
headache, tired feeling,
anxiety, nervousness, feeling restless or hyperActive,
numbness or tingly feeling, warmth or redness under your skin,
dizziness, spinning sensation,
strange dreams, nightmares,
stuffy nose,
dry mouth, unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth,
white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips,
diaper rash in an infant taking liquid Swich
mild itching or skin rash or
vaginal itching or discharge.
How to Store it: Store protected from moisture, at a temperature not exceeding 30 C.
Over Dose: Store protected from moisture, at a temperature not exceeding 30 C.
Precautions: Store protected from moisture, at a temperature not exceeding 30 C.
Missed Dose: Store protected from moisture, at a temperature not exceeding 30 C.
