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Anti-Ler Capsule (Cefaclor Hydrate)

Anti-Ler Capsule (Cefaclor Hydrate)

Prescription medicationHard capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Cefaclor Hydrate›250mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
한국프라임제약(주)
Appearance
A hard capsule with a blue upper part and a white lower part containing a pale yellow powder
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200404000 · Notified 2004.06.02 · Insurance code 663601340

Summary

Main use
Treatment of respiratory and urinary tract infections such as otitis media and pneumonia
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
As Cefaclor Hydrate, administer 250mg (unit potency) every 8 hours orally. In cases of severe infections (such as pneumonia) and low sensitivity infections, the dose may be doubled. In acute gonococcal urethritis, administer this drug 3g and probenecid 1g as a single dose.
Child dose
Administer 20mg (unit potency) per Kg of body weight every 8 hours. In cases of severe infections, otitis media, and infections with low sensitivity, 40mg (unit potency) per Kg of body weight may be administered, with a maximum dose of

Ingredients

Manufacturer
한국프라임제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of respiratory and urinary tract infections such as otitis media and pneumonia

  • Otitis media
  • pneumonia
  • laryngitis
  • tonsillitis
  • bronchitis
  • pyelonephritis
  • cystitis
  • gonococcal urethritis
  • abscesses
  • boils
  • folliculitis
  • soft tissue infections
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This medication is effective against various bacteria including Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Staphylococcus aureus. It is used for respiratory infections such as otitis media, pneumonia, laryngitis, tonsillitis, and bronchitis. It also helps in the treatment of urinary tract infections such as pyelonephritis, cystitis, and gonococcal urethritis. It is effective for infectious diseases occurring on the skin, including abscesses, boils, folliculitis, and soft tissue infections. This drug is used to treat various diseases caused by bacterial infections.

How to take

Adult dose

As Cefaclor Hydrate, administer 250mg (unit potency) every 8 hours orally. In cases of severe infections (such as pneumonia) and low sensitivity infections, the dose may be doubled. In acute gonococcal urethritis, administer this drug 3g and probenecid 1g as a single dose.

Child dose

Administer 20mg (unit potency) per Kg of body weight every 8 hours. In cases of severe infections, otitis media, and infections with low sensitivity, 40mg (unit potency) per Kg of body weight may be administered, with a maximum dose of

Precautions

This drug is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by binding to certain proteins and disrupting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall. Before using this medication, it should not be administered to patients who have experienced severe allergic reactions or shock to this drug or similar antibiotics in the past. Additionally, those who are allergic to penicillin-type antibiotics or have a predisposition to allergic symptoms such as asthma, rashes, or hives should use this medication with caution. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, those who have difficulty taking oral medications, elderly patients, and patients in poor general condition should also use this drug with caution, as vitamin K deficiency symptoms may appear, so their condition must be closely monitored. Patients with a history of gastrointestinal disorders, especially colitis, also need to exercise caution when using this medication. This drug may rarely cause side effects such as shock, allergic reactions, skin rashes, severe skin disorders, blood abnormalities, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, gastrointestinal disturbances, respiratory problems, and central nervous system abnormalities, so if any unusual symptoms occur, it is important to consult a healthcare professional immediately. Moreover, prolonged use of this drug may lead to some bacteria developing resistance, so it is advisable to use it only for the necessary minimum duration. When used in conjunction with other drugs, there may be interactions, particularly for medications affecting the kidneys, anticoagulants, and oral contraceptives, so caution should be taken, and patients should consult their doctor or pharmacist. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should only use this medication if its safety has not been fully established, and special care should be taken during breastfeeding. It is preferable not to use this drug in infants under one month old, as its safety and efficacy have not been established. In the case of elderly patients, due to declining bodily functions, side effects may manifest more easily, so dosage and administration intervals should be adjusted and used cautiously. Lastly, this drug may affect urinalysis or blood test results, so be sure to inform the healthcare professional about this when undergoing tests.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • severe swelling (edema)
  • difficulty breathing
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • shock
  • anaphylactic symptoms
  • liver abnormalities (jaundice)
  • acute renal failure
  • severe colitis
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  • interstitial pneumonia
  • eosinophilic lung infiltrates
  • serious neurological symptoms

Mild side effects

  • General flushing
  • vascular edema
  • paresthesia
  • syncope
  • hypertension
  • vasodilation
  • rash
  • itching
  • fever
  • lymphadenopathy
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  • arthralgia
  • serum sickness-like reaction
  • agranulocytosis
  • neutropenia
  • pancytopenia
  • anemia
  • thrombocytopenia
  • eosinophilia
  • lymphocytosis
  • leukopenia
  • aplastic anemia
  • hemolytic anemia
  • reversible neutropenia
  • transient hepatitis
  • elevation of AST
  • ALT
  • ALP
  • elevation of BUN
  • elevation of serum creatinine

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

Storage

This drug is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that does not allow light to enter. Additionally, it is important to maintain a room temperature between 1 degree to 30 degrees Celsius when storing the medication. This will help maintain the drug's efficacy.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A hard capsule with a blue upper part and a white lower part containing a pale yellow powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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