Cefaclor para la infección

Acerca del cefaclor

What is cefaclor used for?

Cefaclor is a type of antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, skin infections, chest infections, ear infections, and sinusitis.

It is suitable for adults and children, and can be taken during pregnancy. Some people who are allergic to penicillin antibiotics may not be able to take cefaclor, so make sure your doctor knows if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other antibiotic.

El cefaclor trata la infección matando las bacterias que la causan.

Side effects of cefaclor

Common side effects of cefaclor are:

• Diarrea.

• Sensación de malestar (náuseas).

• Estar enfermo (vómitos).

• Erupción cutánea.

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Los efectos no deseados suelen mejorar a medida que su organismo se adapta al nuevo medicamento, pero hable con su médico o farmacéutico si alguno de los siguientes continúa o se vuelve molesto.

How to manage cefaclor side effects

Who should not take cefaclor?

Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions. Before starting cefaclor it is important that your doctor knows:

• Si alguna vez ha tenido una reacción alérgica a un medicamento. Es especialmente importante que informe a su médico si ha tenido una reacción adversa a un antibiótico de penicilina o cefalosporina.

• Si está embarazada, esperando un bebé o en período de lactancia. (Aunque no se sabe que el cefaclor sea perjudicial para los bebés, sigue siendo importante que informe a su médico si está esperando un bebé o dando el pecho).

• Si toma o utiliza otros medicamentos. Esto incluye cualquier medicamento que esté tomando y que pueda adquirirse sin receta, como las hierbas medicinales y los medicamentos complementarios.

Cómo tomar cefaclor

• Before you start taking cefaclor, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from inside your pack.

• The manufacturer's leaflet will give you more information about the antibiotic and a full list of side effects which you may experience from taking it.

Dosage

• If you are taking capsules or liquid medicine, the usual dose for an adult is 250-500 mg three times daily. For a child, the usual dose is 62.5-250 mg three times daily, depending upon age.

• Your doctor will tell you what dose is right for you (or your child) and this information will be printed on the label of the pack to remind you.

• Your course of treatment may be for longer or shorter periods of time than mentioned here, so it is important that you take cefaclor exactly as your doctor tells you to.

• If you have been given liquid medicine, read the directions carefully to make sure you measure out the correct amount of medicine. Cefaclor capsules and liquid medicine can be taken either before or after food, although they may start to work sooner if they are taken before food.

• Si está tomando cefaclor en comprimidos de liberación modificada (por ejemplo, Distaclor MR®), le recetarán uno o dos comprimidos para tomar dos veces al día. Tómelos con las comidas y trague los comprimidos enteros; no los mastique ni los parta.

• Distribuya las dosis uniformemente a lo largo del día. Siga tomando el antibiótico hasta que termine el tratamiento, a menos que le digan que deje de tomarlo. Es importante tomar el tratamiento completo (aunque creas que la infección ha desaparecido) para evitar que vuelva a aparecer.

Missed dose

• Si olvida tomar una dosis, tómela en cuanto se acuerde. Intente tomar el número correcto de dosis cada día, pero no tome dos dosis al mismo tiempo para compensar.

Aproveche al máximo su tratamiento

• Thrush (redness and itching in the mouth or vagina) may occur after taking antibiotics. If you think you have thrush speak with your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

• Avoid antacids 2 hours before or after taking cefaclor, as they can reduce absorption.

• If you take the oral contraceptive pill and have vomiting or diarrhoea lasting more than 24 hours, use extra contraception like condoms and ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

• El cefaclor puede impedir el funcionamiento de la vacuna oral contra la fiebre tifoidea. Si se va a vacunar, asegúrese de que la persona que le trata sabe que está tomando este medicamento.

Cómo conservar el cefaclor

• Mantenga todos los medicamentos fuera del alcance y de la vista de los niños.

• Almacenar en un lugar fresco y seco, lejos del calor y la luz directos.

• Si te han dado un medicamento líquido, guárdalo en el frigorífico. Lo habrá preparado la farmacia y dura 14 días, así que compruebe la fecha de caducidad del frasco y no lo utilice después de esa fecha.

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Preguntas más frecuentes

How long does cefaclor take to work?

Cefaclor usually starts to work within a few days of starting treatment. Most people beginning to notice an improvement in their symptoms within 48 to 72 hours.

Can you drink alcohol cefaclor?

You can drink alcohol while taking cefaclor, as there’s no direct interaction between the two. However, alcohol may worsen side effects such as dizziness, nausea, or stomach upset, and can slow recovery from infection. It’s best to limit or avoid alcohol until you feel better and have finished your course of antibiotics.

Is cefaclor a penicillin?

No, cefaclor is not a penicillin. It belongs to a class of antibiotics called cephalosporins, which work in a similar way to penicillins but are chemically different.

Are cephalexin and cefaclor the same?

No, cephalexin and cefaclor are not the same, though both belong to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics. They are used to treat similar types of bacterial infections, but they differ in strength, dosing, and specific indications.