Uses of Cefaclor

Cefaclor is used to treat various bacterial infections.

Therapeutic Category

Cefaclor: Antibiotics

How Cefaclor works

Cefaclor 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.

Common side effects of Cefaclor

• gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhoea
• signs of high eosinophil count in blood eosinophilia include 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

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• sudden wheezing, breathing difficulty, swelling of the face, eyelids, limbs or lips, rash or itching (especially affecting the whole body)
• serious blistering or peeling of the skin
• severe diarrhoea, possibly with mucus or blood

Health Tips for Cefaclor

• Cefaclor can be taken with or without food or as directed by physician. Do not skip doses or stop taking the medication without discussing it with your doctor
• Drink plenty of water while taking cefaclor to help flush out the bacteria from your system and prevent dehydration
• Inform your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
• Cefaclor should be used with caution in Pregnant and breast-feeding women