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Cefaclor
How Cefaclor works
Cefaclor is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.
Side Effects
Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction
Usage
Cefaclor is used in the treatment of bacterial infections
It is used in serious bacterial infections of various body parts like urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, blood, brain and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is cefaclor or Ceclor penicillin, cephalosporin, or sulfa drug?Cefaclor or Ceclor (brand name for cefaclor) does not contain sulfa and is not a penicillin drug. It is a cephalosporin antibiotic
Q. Is Cefaclor the same as cephalexin or Keflex?Both Cefaclor and cephalexin belongs to the different class, i.e. cephalexin or Keflex (brand name for cephalexin) is first generation cephalosporin whereas Cefaclor is second generation cephalosporin. Their effect may vary upon individual conditions or response
Q. Can I take paracetamol or Panadol with cefaclor?You can take paracetamol or Panadol (brand name for paracetamol) with cefaclor
Q. Does Cefaclor affect birth control or affect the contraceptive pill?Cefaclor can affect the birth control effect of contraceptive pill
Q. Is Cefaclor safe for Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD)?Yes, Cefaclor can be used in patients with G6PD deficiency. Please consult your doctor before use
Q. Does Cefaclor treat chlamydia?No, Cefaclor is not effective in treatment of chlamydia infection.
