Distaclor 125 mg Suspension 30 mL

Distaclor 125 mg Suspension 30 mL is an oral antibiotic suspension that contains cefaclor, a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. Each 30 mL bottle provides cefaclor 125 mg strength in liquid form, which can be easier to swallow and measure for children or adults who need a suspension. It is used to treat certain bacterial infections, including infections of the ear, throat, sinuses, skin, and urinary tract when caused by susceptible bacteria. Distaclor 125 mg Suspension 30 mL does not treat viral illnesses such as colds or flu.

How it works: Cefaclor works by stopping bacteria from building a strong cell wall, which causes the bacteria to break down and die. As a suspension, Distaclor 125 mg Suspension 30 mL is swallowed as a measured liquid dose so the medicine can be absorbed through the digestive tract and start treating the infection systemically.

Distaclor 125 mg Suspension 30 mL is a lower-strength liquid option that lets a prescriber tailor the dose more precisely than a higher-strength capsule or tablet would allow. This form is often chosen when a patient needs smaller, carefully measured doses, has trouble swallowing solid medicine, or needs a suspension for pediatric use. The exact dose and schedule depend on the infection being treated, the patient’s age, and kidney function.

• Ear infections
• Throat and tonsil infections
• Sinus infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Other bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms

• Shake the bottle well before each dose so the cefaclor is evenly mixed in the suspension.
• Measure the dose carefully with a proper oral syringe or dosing spoon, not a kitchen spoon.
• Take Distaclor 125 mg Suspension 30 mL exactly as prescribed, at evenly spaced times if your doctor tells you to take it more than once daily.
• It may be taken with or without food, but taking it with food can help reduce stomach upset.
• Finish the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve sooner.
• If a dose is missed, take it when remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

This product provides cefaclor 125 mg in the suspension bottle strength, so the prescriber can measure small, specific doses from the liquid. How often it is taken and the maximum amount per day depend on the infection being treated and the patient’s age and kidney function; the doctor decides the exact schedule. Do not use more Distaclor 125 mg Suspension 30 mL than prescribed, because antibiotic dosing must be individualized for safety and effectiveness.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Cefaclor may include:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain or upset stomach
• Rash or itching
• Headache

• Do not use Distaclor 125 mg Suspension 30 mL if you have a known severe allergy to cefaclor, other cephalosporins, or have had a serious immediate reaction to penicillins unless a clinician says it is safe.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, because dose adjustments may be needed for cefaclor.
• Use caution if you have a history of severe diarrhea after antibiotics, since this medicine can also cause antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
• This suspension may contain sugar or other sweeteners or flavoring ingredients, so people with diabetes should check the label and dosing plan.
• Do not stop the antibiotic early just because you feel better, or the infection may return and become harder to treat.
• Tell your clinician about all medicines you take, especially warfarin or other blood thinners, because antibiotics can affect bleeding risk in some patients.
• Avoid alcohol if it upsets your stomach while you are taking the suspension.

• Warfarin and other anticoagulants
• Probenecid
• Live bacterial vaccines, such as oral typhoid vaccine
• Other antibiotics, especially if taken without medical guidance

Store Distaclor 125 mg Suspension 30 mL as directed on the label, tightly closed and away from heat and moisture; keep it out of reach of children.