Elkler Capsule (Cefaclor Hydrate)

Adult dose

As cefaclor hydrate, take 250 mg (potency) orally every 8 hours. In cases of severe infections (such as pneumonia) and infections with low susceptibility, the dose may be doubled. For acute gonococcal urethritis, this drug 3g should be taken in a single dose along with probenecid 1g.

Child dose

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

This drug acts by binding to specific proteins and inhibiting cell wall synthesis, thereby killing bacteria. Before using this medication, it is essential to check if there has been an allergic reaction to this drug or similar antibiotics. It should not be administered to patients who have experienced severe allergic reactions or shock due to this medication. Caution is required when administering this medication to individuals with a history of allergies, asthma, or skin rash. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, elderly patients, or those with gastrointestinal diseases should also be administered carefully. This medication may rarely cause serious allergic reactions, skin rashes, blood abnormalities, liver or kidney dysfunction, gastrointestinal issues, respiratory problems, and central nervous system disturbances, so any abnormal symptoms should be reported to healthcare providers immediately. Prolonged use of this drug may lead to a deficiency of vitamin K or vitamin B group in the body, so patients should be monitored closely. This medication may interact with other drugs; careful attention is necessary, especially when taken with anticoagulants, nephrotoxic drugs, or oral contraceptives. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should only use this drug when the benefits outweigh the risks, as its safety has not been fully established. The safety and effectiveness of this medication in newborns less than one month old have not been established. Elderly patients may experience side effects more easily due to decreased bodily function, so dosage and interval should be adjusted and observed carefully. It is important to administer this medication only for the minimum period necessary to prevent the emergence of resistant bacteria. During treatment, watch carefully for signs of allergic reactions or side effects, and if any abnormal symptoms appear, discontinue use and seek appropriate medical treatment.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), difficulty breathing, shock, anaphylactic symptoms (systemic flushing, edema, difficulty breathing, angioedema, sensory disturbances, syncope, vasodilation), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, severe skin abnormal reactions, liver abnormalities (jaundice), reversible interstitial nephritis, acute renal failure, severe kidney dysfunction, pseudomembranous colitis, severe colitis, interstitial pneumonia, eosinophilic lung infiltrates, severe neurological symptoms (seizures, confusion)

Mild side effects

Rash, itching, fever, lymphadenopathy, arthralgia, serum sickness-like reactions, erythema, blood abnormalities (agranulocytosis, granulocytopenia, pancytopenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, eosinophilia, lymphocytosis, leukopenia, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, reversible neutropenia), transient hepatitis, elevated AST/ALT/ALP, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, upper gastrointestinal discomfort, heartburn, appetite loss, restlessness, anxiety

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the drug's efficacy and safety over time.

Appearance

Hard capsule filled with pale yellow powder with a blue upper part and a sky blue lower part

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle