Cephapol Syrup

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS

Last updated on 25 Nov 2025 | 03:05 PM (IST)

Cephapol Syrup is an antibiotic medicine that is given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections associated with the ear, nose, throat, tonsils, lungs, and skin. It may also be prescribed as a second line of treatment for urinary tract infections.

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General Information

Contains

Cefalexin (125mg)

Marketer

Medipol Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Cephapol Syrup may be given with or without food. However, if your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. It is usually given three times a day but this may vary depending on the type and severity of the infection. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again. Avoid giving a double dose if it is almost time for the next dose.

Cephapol Syrup may cause some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, and mild skin rash. These side effects usually go away once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if they persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor immediately.

Inform the doctor about your child’s complete medical history, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problems, blood disorders, birth defects, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problems, skin disorders, and liver or kidney malfunction. This information will help the doctor suggest the correct dose and its related schedule for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Cephapol Syrup in children

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Treatment of Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Treatment of Superficial Pyoderma

Benefits of Cephapol Syrup for your child

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Cephapol Syrup is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Cephapol Syrup in children

Cephapol Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Cephapol

Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Decreased appetite
Lethargy

How can I give Cephapol Syrup to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cephapol Syrup may be taken with or without food.

How Cephapol Syrup works

Cephapol Syrup is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. This activity stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

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Quick tips

Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Contact your doctor if your child has diarrhea that goes on for more than 4 days or if it is severe and watery, or contains blood.
Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. This medicine is not to be taken in such cases.
Only give Cephapol Syrup to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
You may see white patches inside your child’s mouth and throat after a prolonged intake of Cephapol Syrup. This could be due to a fungal infection. So, if your child develops any such effect, contact your doctor right away.
Your doctor has prescribed Cephapol Syrup to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Discontinue Cephapol Syrup and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Your doctor has prescribed Cephapol Syrup to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cephapol Syrup as it may cause increased side effects.
Discontinue Cephapol Syrup and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

Cephapol Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cephapol Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Cephapol Syrup to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Cephapol with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Cefalexin. Please consult your doctor. Cefalexin may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).

Severe

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Cefalexin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Cefalexin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.

Moderate

Zinc (Oral Route)

Ensure a gap of at least 3 hours between taking Cefalexin and Zinc. Zinc may reduce blood levels of Cefalexin.

Frequently asked questions

What if I overdose my child by mistake?

A single extra dose of Cephapol Syrup is unlikely to do any harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Cephapol Syrup to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Can Cephapol Syrup cause any serious side effects?

Yes, Cephapol Syrup may rarely cause some serious side effects. These may include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, severe diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. If your child develops any such unwanted effects, consult your child’s doctor.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Cephapol Syrup?

Cephapol Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Cephapol Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Cephapol Syrup?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Can Cephapol Syrup impact my child’s digestion?

Cephapol Syrup is an antibiotic and its use may affect or compromise the good bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract, thereby increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child experiences diarrhea while being on treatment with Cephapol Syrup, do not abruptly stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps.

Is cephalexin safe?

Cephalexin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Can the use of Cephapol Syrup cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Cephapol Syrup can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

What if Cephapol Syrup doesn't work?

Talk to your doctor if Cephapol Syrup doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Cephapol Syrup or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.

What if I don't get better after using Cephapol Syrup?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Cephapol Syrup when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Cephapol Syrup and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cephalosporins

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

First-Generation Cephalosporins

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Name: Medipol Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd
Address: 128/5, Swiss House, Vishwas Nagar, Delhi 110032 Delhi, India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Your child’s medicine at a glance

Uses of Cephapol Syrup in children

Benefits of Cephapol Syrup for your child

Side effects of Cephapol Syrup in children

How can I give Cephapol Syrup to my child?

How Cephapol Syrup works

All substitutes for Cephapol Syrup

Phasilex 125mg Syrup

Fex 125mg Syrup

Quick tips

Safety advice

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Zinc (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What if I overdose my child by mistake?

Can Cephapol Syrup cause any serious side effects?

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Cephapol Syrup?

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Cephapol Syrup?

Can Cephapol Syrup impact my child’s digestion?

Is cephalexin safe?

Can the use of Cephapol Syrup cause diarrhea?

What if Cephapol Syrup doesn't work?

What if I don't get better after using Cephapol Syrup?

Can I stop taking Cephapol Syrup when my symptoms are relieved?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Culture Urine

Peripheral Smear Examination

Urine Routine & Microscopy

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