Heonize Cefaclor Hydrate Capsule

Adult dose

As cefaclor hydrate, administer 250 mg (based on potency) 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 and probenecid 1 g can be administered together as a single dose.

Child dose

Administer 20 mg/kg (based on potency) divided every 8 hours for one day. In cases of severe infections, otitis media, and low susceptibility infections, a dosage of 40 mg/kg (based on potency) may be administered daily, and the maximum dosage is

This medication works by binding to specific proteins and disrupting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, thereby killing the bacteria. Before using this medication, you must inform the healthcare provider if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction or shock from this medication or similar antibiotics. Additionally, if you have had an allergic reaction to penicillin antibiotics or are prone to allergies such as asthma or hives, use this medication with caution. Special caution is needed when administering this medication to patients with very poor kidney function, elderly patients, or those in poor nutritional status, as symptoms of vitamin K deficiency may appear and close monitoring is required. Patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, should also use this medication with caution. This medication contains a dye called Yellow No. 5, so inform the healthcare provider if you have an allergy to this component. Rarely, this medication may cause severe allergic reactions, severe skin rashes, blood disorders, liver or kidney dysfunction, gastrointestinal disturbances, etc., so if any unusual symptoms occur, consult a healthcare provider immediately. In particular, if symptoms like fever, difficulty breathing, severe rashes, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or dizziness occur, discontinue the medication immediately and seek appropriate treatment. While using this medication, it is essential to confirm the susceptibility of the infectious bacteria to prevent the emergence of resistant strains and use it only for the necessary duration. There may be interactions with other medications; thus, inform the healthcare provider about any concurrently taken medications. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication cautiously if necessary, and those who are breastfeeding should also be aware that this medication can pass into breast milk. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in infants younger than 1 month. In elderly patients, side effects may occur more easily due to decreased physical function, so monitoring dosage and conditions is important. This medication may affect some clinical test results, so inform the healthcare provider about it when undergoing tests.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• generalized flushing
• edema
• difficulty breathing
• angioedema
• sensory disturbances
• syncope
• hypertension
• vasodilation
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome

Mild side effects

• Rash
• hives
• erythema
• itching
• fever
• lymphadenopathy
• arthralgia
• serum sickness-like reactions
• agranulocytosis
• granulocyte reduction

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light. Maintaining a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature is important. Proper storage will help preserve the effectiveness and safety of the medication for a long time.

Appearance

A hard capsule with green upper and light yellow lower, containing a pale yellow powder.

Package unit

For internal use - 30 capsules/bottle, For internal use - 300 capsules/bottle