Lightcepha Capsule 250mg (Cefaclor Hydrate)

Adult dose

Administer 250mg (as cefaclor) every 8 hours orally. In cases of severe infections (such as pneumonia) and infections with low sensitivity, the dosage can be doubled. For acute gonococcal urethritis, this drug should be combined with 1g of probenecid in a single dose.

Child dose

Administer 20mg per kg of body weight (as cefaclor) every 8 hours. In cases of severe infections, otitis media, or infections with low sensitivity, it may be administered at 40mg per kg of body weight (as cefaclor) per day with a maximum dose of

This drug works by binding to certain proteins and disrupting bacterial cell wall synthesis, killing the bacteria. It should not be used in patients who have experienced severe allergic reactions or shock due to this medication. Patients with hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics or this drug should also avoid its administration. Patients with a history of allergy to penicillin antibiotics, those with allergic tendencies, severe renal impairment, patients who have difficulty taking medications orally, or the elderly should be administered with caution. Especially, symptoms of vitamin K deficiency may occur, so these patients should be closely monitored. Patients with gastrointestinal diseases, especially those with a history of colitis, also require caution. Rarely, symptoms such as shock, severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, blood abnormalities, liver or kidney function abnormalities, gastrointestinal disturbances, respiratory issues, and central nervous system abnormalities may appear, requiring immediate cessation of administration and appropriate treatment if symptoms arise. When using this medication, it is advisable to perform sensitivity testing to prevent the development of resistant bacteria and to administer it for the minimum necessary period. Additionally, there may be drug interactions when used in conjunction with other antibiotics, so caution is required, especially when using it together with drugs that can affect kidney function. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication only if its benefits outweigh the risks, as its safety has not been established, and nursing mothers should also use it with caution. Safety in neonates under one month has not been confirmed. Elderly patients may experience adverse reactions more easily due to reduced physiological function, thus careful monitoring of dosage and administration intervals is necessary. This drug may affect certain clinical tests such as urine glucose tests or direct Coombs tests, so caution is needed in interpreting test results.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• severe swelling
• difficulty in breathing
• shock
• anaphylactic symptoms
• generalized flushing
• edema
• difficulty in breathing
• vascular swelling
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome

Mild side effects

• Generalized flushing
• vascular swelling
• sensory disturbances
• fainting
• hypertension
• vasodilation
• rash
• itching
• fever
• lymphadenopathy

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a dark container that does not allow light to reach it. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain the drug's effectiveness.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a blue opaque body and a white opaque cap filled with a white or yellowish-white crystalline powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle