MEGAPEN KID TABLET belongs to the group of medicines called 'antibiotics' used to treat bacterial infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body.

MEGAPEN KID TABLET contains Ampicillin and Cloxacillin. MEGAPEN KID TABLET works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills the bacteria and helps in treating bacterial infections in children.

In some cases, MEGAPEN KID TABLET may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effects bother your child.

Let your doctor know if your child is allergic to any of the components in MEGAPEN KID TABLET. Keep your doctor informed about your child's health condition and medications to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.

MEGAPEN KID TABLET belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics indicated in the treatment of bacterial infections. MEGAPEN KID TABLET is composed of two antibiotics, ampicillin and cloxacillin. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. MEGAPEN KID TABLET works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell walls, which is necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills the bacteria and helps in treating bacterial infections.

• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Let your doctor know if your child is allergic to any of the components in MEGAPEN KID TABLET. Inform your doctor if the child has liver or kidney problems. If your child is on any other medications, including vitamin/mineral supplements or herbal products, tell your doctor. 

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.

• Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to give the child foods rich in probiotics.

• Include fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas in their diet.

• Make sure your child is well rested.

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. Symptoms of bacterial infection include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.