Cefamoa Capsule (Cefaclor Hydrate)

Adult dose

For Cefaclor hydrate, take 250 mg (potency) orally every 8 hours. In cases of severe infections (such as pneumonia) and infections with low susceptibility, the dosage may be doubled. For acute gonococcal urethritis, this drug is administered in combination with 3 g of probenecid as a single dose.

Child dose

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

This medicine is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by binding to certain proteins and inhibiting the synthesis of their cell walls. Before using this medication, you must inform your doctor if you have ever experienced severe allergic reactions or shock from this drug or similar medications. Additionally, caution is advised if you have a history of allergies to penicillin antibiotics or if you are prone to allergic symptoms such as asthma, skin rashes, or hives. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, those who have difficulty swallowing, the elderly, and those in poor overall health should be carefully monitored for signs of vitamin K deficiency. Patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, need to be especially cautious when using this medication. This medication can rarely cause severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, blood disorders, liver or kidney dysfunction, gastrointestinal problems, respiratory issues, central nervous system symptoms, and if any of these occur, the patient should immediately consult a healthcare professional. Furthermore, prolonged use of this medication may lead to resistance, so it is advisable to check the susceptibility of the infecting organisms and use it for the minimum effective duration. This medication can interact with other drugs, particularly those affecting the kidneys, anticoagulants, antacids, and oral contraceptives, so caution is required when used together. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should consult a physician to weigh the benefits and risks if this medication is necessary. Nursing mothers should also use caution, as this drug may be transmitted in small amounts through breast milk. Safety for newborns under 1 month old has not been established, so it is not recommended for this age group. The elderly should use this medication cautiously due to the potential for increased side effects from decreased bodily functions, paying attention to dosage and dosing intervals. This medication may affect blood or urine test results, so care should be taken when interpreting lab results.

Serious side effects

Hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, shock, anaphylactic symptoms, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, agranulocytosis, granulocyte reduction, pancytopenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, hepatitis, jaundice, liver abnormalities, liver dysfunction (increased AST, ALT, ALP), interstitial nephritis, acute renal failure, severe kidney impairment, pseudomembranous colitis, severe colitis, interstitial pneumonia, eosinophilic pneumonia

Mild side effects

• Generalized flushing
• vascular swelling
• sensory abnormalities
• syncope
• hypertension
• vasodilation
• rash
• itching
• fever
• lymphadenopathy

Keep this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure and store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevents degradation.

Appearance

A hard capsule with purple upper and white lower containing a white to pale yellow powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle