Distaclor CD 375mg Tablet 10'S

Bacterial Infections (2507)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Cefaclor 375 mg

Manufacturer

Lupin Ltd

Variant

10 Tablet(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET contains Cefaclor which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to manage bacterial infections of the respiratory tract (Ex. tonsillitis, pharyngitis and bronchitis), lung (pneumonia) and sin

Uses

(sinusitis). DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET can also be used to manage infections of middle ear (otitis media), skin and soft tissue (Ex. muscle), urinary bladder (Ex. cystitis) and kidney. Symptoms of bacterial infections generally include fever, extreme tiredness, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, groin or elsewhere, headache, nausea or vomiting. Before taking DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems, history of gastrointestinal disease (Ex. colitis), have diarrhoea while taking antibiotics or if you had an allergic reaction to penicillins or other medicines in the past. Tell your doctor if you are due to have any blood or urine tests as DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET may interfere with these tests. DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women. DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and should be used with caution in elderly patients so, consult your doctor before taking it. The most common

How It Works

DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET effectively kills the bacteria that causes infection by inactivating certain proteins (penicillin binding proteins) which are necessary for the bacterial cell wall integrity and strength, thereby damaging the cell wall and resulting in bacterial cell death.

Directions for Use

Always take DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow as whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew it. Correct dose and duration will be decided by your doctor depending upon your age, body weight and health condition.

Side Effects

taking DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET are diarrhoea, itching in genital area, moniliasis (fungal infection), vaginitis (vaginal inflammation with pain, discharge and itchiness), etc. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen or does not improve. USES OF DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLETManages bacterial infections that occur in: respiratory tract (Ex. tonsillitis, pharyngitis and bronchitis) lung (pneumonia) sinuses (sinusitis) middle ear (otitis media) skin and soft tissue (Ex. muscle) urinary bladder (Ex. cystitis) and kidney HOW DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET WORKSDISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET effectively kills the bacteria that causes infection by inactivating certain proteins (penicillin binding proteins) which are necessary for the bacterial cell wall integrity and strength, thereby damaging the cell wall and resulting in bacterial cell death. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways take DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow as whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew it. Correct dose and duration will be decided by your doctor depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLETCOMMON gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhoea high eosinophil count in blood (fever, night sweats, swelling, weakness) itching in genital area, moniliasis (fungal infection) or vaginitis (vaginal inflammation with pain, discharge and itchiness) increased levels of certain liver enzymes UNCOMMON itching, hives signs of serum-sickness-like reactions including erythema multiforme, rashes and other skin manifestations which is accompanied by joint pain with or without fever RARE nausea, vomiting hypersensitivity reactions like serious skin rashes including Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis characterized by reddish target-like macules or circular patch, skin peeling, ulcers of mouth, throat, nose, genitals and eyes along with fever and flu-like symptoms anaphylaxis reaction (life threatening allergic condition) low blood platelet count (easy bleeding or bruising) reversible interstitial nephritis (a kidney disease causing loss of appetite, decreased urinary output, fatigue) reversible hyperactivity, nervousness, agitation, inability to sleep, confusion, hypertonia or muscle stiffness, hallucinations, dizziness or drowsiness blood disorders (Ex. aplastic anemia, haemolytic anemia, agranulocytosis, reversible neutropenia) Stop taking DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: serious allergic reactions (sudden wheezing, breathing difficulty, swelling of the face, eyelids, limbs or lips, rash or itching, especially affecting the whole body) serious skin blistering or peeling severe diarrhoea, possibly with mucus or blood

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYDISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET should be used with caution in women who are pregnant, think they might be pregnant or planning to have a baby. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGDISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding woman. Consult your doctor for advice. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET has no effects on driving and using machines. However, consult your doctor for advice. KIDNEYDISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having severe kidney problems or patients receiving dialysis. Consult your doctor before taking it LIVERDISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET if you are allergic to Cefaclor, other cephalosporin antibiotics, penicillin antibiotics or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBefore taking DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have: a history of gastrointestinal disease especially colitis (inflammation of colon) diarrhoea (while taking antibiotics) Use in pediatrics: DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children. Consult your child’s doctor for advice. Use in geriatrics: Your doctor will prescribe the right dose of DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET depending on your age, body weight and health condition. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: warfarin (used as a blood thinner to manage clotting of blood) probenecid (used to manage gout) medicines used to manage acidity (Ex. aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Signs and symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen. SYNOPSIS Drug : Cefaclor Pharmacological Category : Cephalosporins Therapeutic Indication : Bacterial infections Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Syrup, Dry syrup, Suspension, Drops MORE INFORMATION Keep DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET out of reach of children Store DISTACLOR CD 375MG TABLET at below 25°C

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Last Updated

28 Nov 2022

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