I'm concerned about my three-year-old son. I gave him this medicine called Macpod 50, and I'm noticing that his lips are getting bigger. Can you help me understand why this might be happening?

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Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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As you have mentioned that your three-year-old child's lip portion is getting big after taking Macpod 50, this could be a sign of an allergic reaction to the medication. Macpod 50 is a brand name for Cefpodoxime, which is an antibiotic commonly used to treat bacterial infections. In some cases, allergic reactions to antibiotics can manifest as swelling of the lips or other parts of the body. I recommend stopping the medication immediately and contacting your child's healthcare provider. They may prescribe an antihistamine to help reduce the swelling and provide further guidance on how to manage the allergic reaction.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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