Distaclor 375 mg Tablet

Distaclor 375 mg Tablet is a prescription antibiotic tablet that contains cefaclor 375 mg in each tablet. Cefaclor is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial infections, such as infections of the throat, ears, skin, and respiratory tract. Distaclor 375 mg Tablet only works against bacteria, not viruses like the common cold or flu. Your doctor may choose this strength when a 375 mg tablet fits the needed treatment plan.

How it works: Cefaclor works by stopping bacteria from building a strong cell wall, which causes the bacteria to break apart and die. In tablet form, Distaclor 375 mg Tablet delivers this antibiotic dose by mouth so it can circulate through the body to help clear susceptible bacterial infections.

Distaclor 375 mg Tablet is a higher-strength cefaclor tablet, so it is meant for people whose doctor has specifically chosen this amount rather than a lower strength. Because each tablet already provides 375 mg, it can reduce the number of tablets needed per dose compared with smaller-strength options, but it should only be used as prescribed. This strength is chosen based on the infection being treated, the person’s age and weight when relevant, and kidney function.

• Bacterial throat infections
• Ear infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Respiratory tract infections
• Other infections caused by susceptible bacteria

• Swallow Distaclor 375 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• Take it exactly on the schedule your doctor prescribed, and try to space doses evenly through the day.
• You may take it with or without food; taking it with food may help reduce stomach upset.
• Do not skip doses, and finish the full course even if you start feeling better.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Do not share this antibiotic tablet with anyone else, even if their symptoms seem similar.

Each Distaclor 375 mg Tablet contains 375 mg of cefaclor. The exact dosing frequency depends on the infection being treated and the prescriber’s instructions; cefaclor tablets may be taken several times a day, but the maximum daily amount is set by the doctor based on the patient’s needs and kidney function. Use this strength only as prescribed, because 375 mg per tablet is not a starting dose for everyone.

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

Common side effects of Cefaclor may include:

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

• Do not take Distaclor 375 mg Tablet if you have had a serious allergy to cefaclor or another cephalosporin antibiotic.
• Tell your doctor if you have a penicillin allergy, since cross-reactions can happen in some people.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, because dosing may need adjustment for this 375 mg strength.
• Tell your doctor about a history of colitis or severe antibiotic-related diarrhea before starting treatment.
• Alcohol is not known to directly interact with cefaclor, but it can worsen stomach upset or dehydration if you are already ill.
• This tablet may cause dizziness in some people, so be careful when driving or operating machinery until you know how you respond.
• Use extra caution if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and only take it when your clinician says it is appropriate.

• Probenecid may increase cefaclor levels in the body.
• Warfarin and other blood thinners may have altered effects and may need monitoring.
• Live bacterial vaccines, such as the oral typhoid vaccine, may work less well during antibiotic treatment.
• Any other antibiotics should be reviewed by your doctor to avoid unnecessary overlap or reduced effectiveness.

Store Distaclor 375 mg Tablet at room temperature in the original strip/box, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.