Distaclor 500mg Capsule (Cefaclor 500mg)

Description

Distaclor 500 mg Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections including skin infections, throat infections, respiratory infections, etc. This medicine is not recommended for use in case of a common cold, flu, or other viral infections since it is active against infections caused by certain bacterial species only. It is not recommended for use in patients less than 1 month of age.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Distaclor 500 mg Capsule
Diarrhea
Itching of skin
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Rash
Fever
Chills
Cough

Uses of Distaclor 500 mg Capsule

What is it prescribed for?
Bronchitis
This medicine is used for the treatment of bronchitis, which is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes, caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
This medicine is used in the treatment of otitis media (middle ear infection) caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, staphylococci, Streptococcus pyogenes, etc.
Pneumonia
This medicine is used for the treatment of pneumonia, which is a most common type of lung infection, caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pyogenes, etc.
Skin or soft tissue infection
This medicine is used in the treatment of skin or soft tissue infections caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, etc.
Tonsilitis/Pharyngitis
This medicine is used for the treatment of infections of the throat and airways leading to the lungs, namely tonsillitis and pharyngitis, caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus pyogenes.
Urinary tract infections
This medicine is used in the treatment of urinary tract infections including pyelonephritis (kidney infections) and cystitis (bladder infections) caused by bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Klebsiella species, coagulase-negative staphylococci, etc.
Pyelonephriits
This medicine is used in the treatment of pyelonephritis which is a type of kidney infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Sinusitis
This medicine is used for the treatment of sinusitis, which is an inflammation of the sinuses, caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.

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When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to cefaclor, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

General Instructions

Take this medicine with or without food. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.