Sec Capsule (Cefaclor Hydrate)

Adult dose

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

Child dose

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

This medication is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by binding to specific proteins and inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. This drug must not be administered to patients who have experienced severe allergic reactions or shock from this medication or similar antibiotics in the past. Additionally, caution should be exercised in patients with allergies to penicillin antibiotics or those prone to asthma, rash, or hives. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, those who have difficulty swallowing, elderly patients, and those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases also need to be cautious. While using this drug, it is important to closely monitor for symptoms such as shock, allergic reactions, skin rashes, blood abnormalities, liver and kidney dysfunction, gastrointestinal issues, respiratory issues, and central nervous system symptoms. In particular, there may be rare cases of serious skin diseases or blood disorders, so if any unusual symptoms occur, administration should be stopped immediately and medical attention sought. It is important to administer this medication for the appropriate duration determined by susceptibility tests to prevent the development of resistant bacteria. When used with other medications, there may be interactions, particularly with drugs that can affect the kidneys, anticoagulants, and oral contraceptives. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should use this medication cautiously, as its safety has not been fully established; medical consultation is recommended if necessary. It is advisable not to use this medication for newborns less than one month old, as its safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients may experience adverse reactions more readily due to decreased bodily function, so careful monitoring of dosage and administration intervals is required. This medication may affect certain clinical test results, so this should be taken into account during examinations.

Serious side effects

Shock, anaphylactic symptoms (generalized redness, swelling, difficulty breathing, angioedema, sensory disturbances, fainting, hypertension, vasodilation), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, agranulocytosis, granulocytopenia, pancytopenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, reversible neutropenia, transient hepatitis, jaundice, elevated AST, ALT, ALP, reversible interstitial nephritis, elevated BUN, serum creatinine

Mild side effects

• Rash
• hives
• erythema
• itching
• fever
• lymphadenopathy
• arthralgia
• serum sickness-like reaction
• nausea
• vomiting

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that blocks light. Also, it is best to store the medication at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way will help maintain its effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance

Hard capsules filled with crystalline powder that is white or yellowish-white, with an orange upper and white lower part.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle