Cephacapsule 250 mg (Cephaclor Hydrate)

Adult dose

Administer 250 mg (based on potency) every 8 hours orally as cephaclor hydrate. In cases of severe infections (such as pneumonia) and infections with low susceptibility, the dose may be doubled. In cases of acute gonococcal urethritis, administer this medication 3 g along with 1 g of probenecid in a single dose.

Child dose

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

This medication is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by interfering with the synthesis of certain bacteria's cell walls. Before using this medication, it is important to inform your healthcare provider if you have ever experienced a severe allergic reaction or shock to this drug or similar antibiotics. Particularly, those with a penicillin allergy or frequent allergic symptoms such as asthma or hives should exercise caution when using this medication. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, the elderly, and those with poor nutritional status should be carefully monitored while receiving this medication, and caution is required due to the risk of bleeding related to vitamin K deficiency. Patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases, especially colitis, should also use this medication with caution. During the course of this medication, serious allergic reactions, skin rashes, blood abnormalities, and liver or kidney dysfunction may rarely occur, and if symptoms appear, medical consultation should be sought immediately. Furthermore, gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal discomfort may occur, and in severe cases, medication discontinuation and treatment may be necessary. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is crucial to inform your healthcare provider, especially if you are taking medications affecting the kidneys, anticoagulants, or oral contraceptives. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should only use this medication under a physician's judgment as its safety has not been fully established, and caution is required while breastfeeding. For infants under one month of age, it is recommended not to use this medication as its safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly individuals may experience increased sensitivity to adverse reactions, and therefore, dosing and intervals should be adjusted with care. This medication might affect urinalysis results, so inform the medical staff during the testing. Finally, it is essential to consult adequately with healthcare professionals before using this medication and report any unusual symptoms immediately.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• hives
• swelling
• difficulty breathing
• angioedema
• seizures
• fainting
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• jaundice

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• fever
• lymph node swelling
• joint pain
• serum sickness-like reaction
• agranulocytosis
• granulocytopenia
• anemia
• thrombocytopenia

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve its efficacy and safety.

Appearance

Capsule with a purple upper part and a white lower part containing a pale yellow powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle