E-Fact 100 Oral Suspension Peppermint belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called 'cephalosporins' used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue in children. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body.

E-Fact 100 Oral Suspension Peppermint contains 'Cefpodoxime Proxetil', a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against both gram-positive and negative groups of bacteria. It works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering (cell wall), which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, it kills the bacteria and helps treat and prevent bacterial infection spread.

Like all medicines, E-Fact 100 Oral Suspension Peppermint may cause some common side effects, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea (watery or loose stool), abdominal pain, loss of appetite, bloating, skin rash, and itching. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if you notice any of these side effects persist or worsen your child's condition, inform your doctor immediately.

Inform your doctor about your child's entire medical history. Other drugs or supplements should not be combined with E-Fact 100 Oral Suspension Peppermint unless prescribed by a doctor. Even if your child is feeling better after taking a few doses, do not miss any dose and complete the entire course of medication. Stopping the medication too soon may cause the infection to recur or worsen.

E-Fact 100 Oral Suspension Peppermint belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called 'cephalosporins' used to treat a wide range of ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue bacterial infections. It is composed of Cefpodoxime Proxetil. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria. E-Fact 100 Oral Suspension Peppermint works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, it kills the bacteria and helps treat and prevent the spread of infections.

Before using E-Fact 100 Oral Suspension Peppermint, let your doctor know about all your children's medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications used. Do not use any other drugs or supplements with E-Fact 100 Oral Suspension Peppermint unless prescribed by the doctor. Give the medicine exactly as directed. Please do not use one child's antibiotic for others; it may cause harm.

• It would be best to give probiotics after taking the full course of E-Fact 100 Oral Suspension Peppermint to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.

• The BRAT diet (bananas, rice, applesauce, toast) can help treat diarrhoea caused due to antibiotic use.

• Give plenty of water to the child. Staying hydrated is important, especially when you’re child sick.

• Eating a broad range of plant-based foods such as vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, pulses and wholegrains helps to build a healthy gut microbiome.

• Avoid feeding too many calcium-enriched foods and drinks because they may interfere with the functioning of E-Fact 100 Oral Suspension Peppermint.

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fever, chills, and fatigue. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.