Il Yang Cefaclor Capsule 250 mg

Adult dose

Administer 250 mg (potency) of Cefaclor hydrate orally every 8 hours. For severe infections (such as pneumonia) and infections with low susceptibility, the dose can be doubled. For acute gonococcal urethritis, administer this medication 3 g in combination with 1 g of probenecid as a single dose.

Child dose

Administer 20 mg/kg (potency) divided every 8 hours daily. For severe infections, otitis media, and infections with low susceptibility, a dosage of 40 mg/kg (potency) may be administered, with a maximum dosage of

This medication acts by binding to specific proteins and disrupting bacterial cell wall synthesis, thereby killing the bacteria. Before using this medication, patients who have experienced severe allergic reactions or shock due to this medication or similar antibiotics in the past should not take it. Additionally, individuals allergic to penicillin antibiotics or those predisposed to allergic reactions such as asthma, rashes, or urticaria should exercise caution. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, elderly patients, and those in poor nutritional status should be closely monitored due to the potential for side effects like Vitamin K deficiency. Those with gastrointestinal disorders should be particularly cautious due to the risk of colitis when taking this medication. This medication can rarely cause severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, blood abnormalities, liver or kidney dysfunction, gastrointestinal issues, respiratory problems, and central nervous system disturbances. If any abnormal symptoms occur, it is essential to consult a physician immediately. Long-term or excessive use of this medication may lead to the development of resistant bacteria, so it is advisable to check for sensitivity to the infectious organisms and use it only for the necessary period. Drug interactions can occur when taken with other medications; hence, it is crucial to inform healthcare providers if taking medications that affect the kidneys, anticoagulants, or oral contraceptives. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should only use this medication when the benefits outweigh the risks, as its safety has not been fully established. Caution is also required when breastfeeding. It is advisable not to use this medication in neonates under one month old, as its safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients may have an increased risk of side effects due to declining body functions; thus, careful adjustment of dose and administration intervals is necessary. This medication may influence the results of certain clinical tests, so it is important to inform healthcare providers during testing.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, shock, anaphylactic symptoms (generalized flushing, swelling, difficulty breathing, angioedema, sensory disturbances, fainting, hypertension, vasodilation), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, agranulocytosis, granulocytopenia, pancytopenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, hepatitis, jaundice, elevated AST, ALT, ALP, liver abnormalities, interstitial nephritis

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• fever
• lymph node swelling
• joint pain
• serum sickness-like reactions
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it should be stored at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for an extended period.

Appearance

A hard capsule with purple upper and white lower parts containing pale yellow powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle