Ceclor Cd
Intended to relieve bacterial proliferation to support tissue healing and target susceptible cell walls.
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Cefaclor
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 375mg
Prescription and consultation requirements for Ceclor Cd vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Ceclor Cd details
- Conditions
- Bacterial Infections · Otitis Media · Urinary Tract Infections
- Alternative names
- cefaclor
- Therapeutic class
- Second-Generation Cephalosporin
- Pharmacological class
- Beta-Lactam Antibiotic
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to cephalosporins; history of severe penicillin anaphylaxis
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea; vomiting
- Moderate side effects
- rash; vaginal thrush; headache
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Manufacturer
- Eli Lilly
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Probenecid; Warfarin
- Age restrictions
- Approved for paediatric and adult populations.
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; pseudomembranous colitis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
intended to relieve bacterial proliferation to support tissue healing and target susceptible cell walls.
Mechanism of action
Binds to penicillin-binding proteins, preventing cell wall peptidoglycan synthesis, resulting in bacterial cell rupture.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category B: Safety established in animal studies. Breastfeeding: Clinically compatible.