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Youngjin Cefaclor Syrup

Prescription medicationSyrup경구
Ingredient · strength
Cefaclor Hydrate›3.75g / 100g
Manufacturer / importer
영진약품(주)
Appearance
This medication is a pink syrup with a strawberry flavor that is used after being dissolved.
Packaging
200 mL/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 199100839 · Notified 1991.10.02 · Insurance code 642400781

Summary

Main use
Treatment of otitis media, respiratory (pneumonia, pharyngitis) infections
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
As Cefaclor, take 250 mg (potency) orally every 8 hours. For severe infections (such as pneumonia) and infections with low sensitivity, a double dosage may be used. In the case of acute gonococcal urethritis, this medication 3 g should be administered in a single dose with probenecid 1 g.
Child dose
Administer 20 mg per kg of body weight divided every 8 hours. For severe infections, otitis media, and infections with low sensitivity, 40 mg per kg of body weight can be given daily, with a maximum dose of

Ingredients

Manufacturer
영진약품(주)

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of otitis media, respiratory (pneumonia, pharyngitis) infections

  • Otitis media
  • pneumonia
  • pharyngitis
  • tonsillitis
  • bronchitis
  • pyelonephritis
  • cystitis
  • gonococcal urethritis
  • abscesses
  • furuncles
  • folliculitis
  • cellulitis
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This medication is used for respiratory infections such as otitis media, pneumonia, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and bronchitis. It is also effective against urinary tract infections such as pyelonephritis, cystitis, and gonococcal urethritis. It is used to treat various skin infections such as abscesses, boils, folliculitis, soft tissue infections, infectious gangrene, subcutaneous abscesses, infected wounds, and wound infections. The active strains included are Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Neisseria gonorrhoeae, which aid in the treatment of these infectious diseases.

How to take

Adult dose

As Cefaclor, take 250 mg (potency) orally every 8 hours. For severe infections (such as pneumonia) and infections with low sensitivity, a double dosage may be used. In the case of acute gonococcal urethritis, this medication 3 g should be administered in a single dose with probenecid 1 g.

Child dose

Administer 20 mg per kg of body weight divided every 8 hours. For severe infections, otitis media, and infections with low sensitivity, 40 mg per kg of body weight can be given daily, with a maximum dose of

Precautions

This medication is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by disrupting the synthesis of their cell walls. Before using this medication, it should not be administered to individuals who have previously experienced severe allergic reactions or shock due to this drug or similar class drugs. Additionally, caution should be exercised in individuals with allergies to penicillin class drugs or those with a tendency to exhibit allergic symptoms such as bronchial asthma, skin rashes, or hives. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, the elderly, or those who have difficulty swallowing should also use this medication with increased caution, monitoring for potential vitamin K deficiency symptoms. Patients with gastrointestinal diseases, particularly those with a history of colitis, should be careful when using this medication. Rarely, this medication may cause severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, hematological abnormalities, liver or kidney dysfunction, gastrointestinal issues, respiratory problems, or neurological symptoms, so any abnormal symptoms should be promptly consulted with healthcare professionals. When using this medication, it is important to confirm the sensitivity of the causative bacteria to prevent the emergence of resistant strains and to use it only for the necessary duration. When used with other medications, interactions may occur, particularly when combined with drugs that affect the kidneys, anticoagulants, or oral contraceptives. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should use this medication cautiously after consulting a physician, as its safety has not been fully established. For newborns under 1 month old, it is advisable to avoid using this medication, as its safety and efficacy have not been established. In elderly patients, due to decreased bodily functions, adverse effects may occur more easily, so dosages and intervals should be adjusted while closely monitoring their condition. This medication may affect some clinical test results, so reference must be made to test result interpretations.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), difficulty breathing, shock, symptoms of anaphylaxis (systemic flushing, swelling, difficulty breathing, angioedema, fainting, hypertension), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, agranulocytosis, granulocytopenia, pancytopenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, hepatitis, jaundice, liver dysfunction (increased AST, ALT, ALP), interstitial nephritis, acute kidney failure, severe kidney impairment.

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • itching
  • fever
  • lymphadenopathy
  • arthralgia
  • serum sickness-like reaction
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • abdominal pain
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  • discomfort in the upper abdomen
  • heartburn
  • loss of appetite
  • restlessness
  • anxiety
  • muscle tension
  • irritability
  • insomnia
  • confusion
  • dizziness
  • hallucinations
  • drowsiness
  • stomatitis
  • candidiasis
  • headache
  • genital itching
  • vaginitis
  • vulvovaginal candidiasis
  • unexpected wounds
  • loss of appetite
  • anxiety
  • arthralgia
  • asthma
  • bronchitis
  • chest pain
  • chills
  • congestive heart failure

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored away from direct sunlight. Additionally, it should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture ingress, and the storage temperature should be at room temperature, that is, a normal indoor temperature that is neither too hot nor too cold.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

This medication is a pink syrup with a strawberry flavor that is used after being dissolved.

Package unit

200 mL/bottle

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