Tegip Ceffaclar Capsule (Cefaclor Hydrate)

Adult dosage

Administer 250 mg (potency) of cefaclor hydrate orally every 8 hours. In cases of severe infections (pneumonia, etc.) and infections with low susceptibility, the dosage may be doubled. For acute gonococcal urethritis, this medication 3 g in combination with probenecid 1 g should be administered as a single dose.

Children's dosage

Administer 20 mg (potency) per kg of body weight every 8 hours. For severe infections, otitis media, and infections with low susceptibility, a dosage of 40 mg (potency) per kg of body weight may be given, with a maximum dosage of

This drug works by binding to certain proteins to disrupt bacterial cell wall formation, thereby killing bacteria. Patients who have previously experienced severe allergic reactions or shock due to this medication should not use it. Patients with a history of allergies to this medication or similar antibiotics should also avoid it. It should be used with caution in patients allergic to penicillin antibiotics or with allergic tendencies, severely impaired kidney function, the elderly, those in poor nutritional status, or patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases. While using this medication, various side effects may occur such as shock, rashes, difficulty breathing, skin rashes, blood abnormalities, liver dysfunction, renal impairment, gastrointestinal issues, respiratory problems, and neurological abnormalities, so symptoms should be closely monitored. In particular, if serious skin diseases or blood disorders occur, the medication should be immediately discontinued, and appropriate treatment should be sought. Long-term use of this drug or combination with other medications may lead to resistant bacteria, so it is important to check the susceptibility of the infective organisms and administer the minimum duration required. There may be interactions with other medications, so special caution is needed when taking medications that affect the kidneys, anticoagulants, oral contraceptives, etc., and consultation with healthcare professionals is recommended. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should use this medication cautiously as its safety has not been completely established according to the physician's discretion. It is advisable not to administer this medication to neonates under one month old as safety and efficacy have not been established. In elderly patients, side effects may appear more easily due to decreased physical function, so dosage and intervals should be adjusted, and careful monitoring is necessary. Some clinical test results may be affected while taking this medication; therefore, it should be considered when interpreting results.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• cold sweats
• pallor
• Steven-Johnson syndrome
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• shock
• anaphylactic symptoms

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• fever
• lymphadenopathy
• arthralgia
• erythema multiforme
• serum sickness-like reactions
• agranulocytosis
• granulocytopenia
• pancytopenia

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. The appropriate storage temperature is room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees. Storing it this way will help maintain its effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a purple upper part and a white lower part containing a light yellow powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle