Cefaclor: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Cefaclor is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic available as capsules, extended-release tablets and suspensions for children. It is often prescribed for ear and throat infections in children.
How Cefaclor works
Cefaclor kills bacteria by stopping them building their protective cell wall. Compared with first-generation cephalosporins it covers a wider range of the bacteria that cause ear and chest infections.
What is Cefaclor used for?
- Middle ear infections (otitis media)
- Sore throat and tonsillitis
- Chest infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia
- Urinary tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
Side effects of Cefaclor
Not everyone gets side effects. The ones reported more often are:
- Diarrhoea or nausea
- Skin rash or itching
- Stomach pain
- Vaginal thrush
Cefaclor can occasionally cause a delayed reaction, more often in children, with rash, joint pain or swelling and fever a few days into treatment. Contact a doctor if this happens, and get urgent help for severe diarrhoea or signs of a serious allergic reaction.
Precautions and warnings
- Tell your doctor about any allergy to penicillin or cephalosporins.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or have had colitis after antibiotics.
- Finish the full course as prescribed.
- Do not use antibiotics for colds or flu, which are caused by viruses.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions about Cefaclor
Is cefaclor good for ear infections in children?
Cefaclor is one of the antibiotics doctors use for middle ear infections. Many ear infections settle without antibiotics, so a doctor should decide whether one is needed.
What is the difference between cefaclor and cefixime?
Both are cephalosporins. Cefaclor is second-generation and cefixime is third-generation, which covers some different bacteria. The choice depends on the infection and local resistance patterns.
Cefaclor brands and prices in Pakistan
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