Sefalor 500 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 37.17 (2 x 6: ৳ 446.00)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefaclor monohydrate |
| Company | Techno drugs 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 beta-lactamase inactivation
- Broad spectrum of activity
- Active against various strains of bacteria
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage of 250 mg every 8 hours
- Pediatric dosage based on weight
- Dosage adjustments for renal impairment
- Dosage adjustments for patients undergoing haemodialysis
- Geriatric use considerations
Interaction
- Potential false-positive reaction for glucose in the urine
- Possible interaction with oral anticoagulants
- Recommendation for regular monitoring of prothrombin time
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known allergy to cephalosporins
Side Effects
- Gastro-intestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting
- Rare reports of transient hepatitis and cholestatic jaundice
- Potential occurrence of fever, abdominal pain, and superinfection
- Reported cases of renal dysfunction, toxic nephropathy, hemorrhage, and pancytopenia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Limited data on use in pregnant women
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Detection of small amounts in mother's milk
- Unknown effect on nursing infants
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid use in absence of proven or strongly suspected bacterial infection
- Possibility of overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms with prolonged use
- Potential inhibition of renal excretion by Probenecid
- Caution in patients with a history of gastrointestinal disease or colitis
- Careful inquiry about previous hypersensitivity reactions
- Caution in penicillin-sensitive patients
Overdose Effects
- Toxic symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, epigastric distress, and diarrhea
Therapeutic Class
- Belongs to second generation cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Specific instructions for reconstitution of powder for suspension
- Preparation and storage guidelines for pediatric drops
Storage Conditions
- Recommendation to store at room temperature and protect from light
- Stability and shelf life after reconstitution