Cefaclor is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial infections. It is generally used in treatment of serious bacterial infections of various body parts like urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, blood, brain and lungs (pneumonia). It is typically also used prevent infections after surgery.
Side effects
Allergic reaction
Diarrhoea
Increased liver enzymes
Injection site reaction
Nausea
Rash
Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. For directions before use, please check the label. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Cefaclor is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Cefaclor is an antibiotic. It makes the condition better by preventing the bacteria from forming a bacterial protective covering that's essential for the bacteria to survive, thereby killing them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Cefaclor or Ceclor penicillin, cephalosporin, or sulfa drug? Cefaclor or Ceclor (brand name for Cefaclor) does not contain sulfa and is not a penicillin drug. It is a cephalosporin antibiotic
Q. Is Cefaclor the same as cephalexin or Keflex? Both Cefaclor and cephalexin belongs to the different class, i.e. cephalexin or Keflex (brand name for cephalexin) is first generation cephalosporin whereas Cefaclor is second generation cephalosporin. Their effect may vary upon individual conditions or response
Q. Can I take paracetamol or Panadol with Cefaclor? You can take paracetamol or Panadol (brand name for paracetamol) with Cefaclor
Q. Does Cefaclor affect birth control or affect the contraceptive pill? Cefaclor can affect the birth control effect of contraceptive pill
Q. Is Cefaclor safe for Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD)? Yes, Cefaclor can be used in patients with G6PD deficiency. Please consult your doctor before use
Q. Does Cefaclor treat chlamydia? No, Cefaclor is not effective in treatment of chlamydia infection.
Expert Advice
Your doctor has prescribed Cefaclor 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 Cefaclor 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.Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefaclor as it may cause increased side effects.
Product Details
SKU: PC-25220 Product Description: Articlor Dry Syrup 30 ml is manufactured by Icarus Healthcare Pvt Ltd Packing: Bottle Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.