Alclor 125 mg/1.25 ml (Pediatric Drops)
15 ml bottle: ৳ 135.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefaclor monohydrate |
| Company | Acme laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of otitis media
- Treatment of pharyngitis and tonsillitis
- Treatment of urinary tract infections
- Treatment of skin and skin structure infections
Pharmacology
- Second generation cephalosporin antibiotic
- Stability against b-lactamase inactivation
- Broad spectrum of activity
- Active against various organisms including Streptococci, Staphylococci, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dose: 250 mg every 8 hours
- Pediatric dose: 20 mg/kg/day
- Dosage adjustments for renal impairment
- Dosing schedule for patients undergoing haemodialysis
- Recommendations for geriatric use
Interaction
- Potential false-positive reaction for glucose in urine tests
- Possible interactions with oral anticoagulants
- Recommendation for regular monitoring of prothrombin time
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known allergy to Cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Gastro-intestinal symptoms
- Transient hepatitis and cholestatic jaundice
- Fever, abdominal pain, superinfection
- Renal dysfunction, toxic nephropathy
- Hemorrhage, elevated LDH, pancytopenia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Limited studies in pregnant women
- Caution advised during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Use in proven or strongly suspected bacterial infection
- Risk of developing drug-resistant bacteria
- Potential for overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms
- Inhibition of renal excretion by Probenecid
- Prescription caution in individuals with gastrointestinal disease
- Inquiry about previous hypersensitivity reactions
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
Therapeutic Class
- Second generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Shake well before mixing with water
- Preparation of suspension and pediatric drops
- Storage and usage duration after reconstitution
Storage Conditions
- Room temperature storage
- Protection from light
- Usage duration after reconstitution