Distaclor CD 750 mg Tablet SR

Distaclor CD 750 mg Tablet SR is a prescription antibiotic tablet that contains 750 mg of cefaclor in each tablet. Cefaclor belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Distaclor CD 750 mg Tablet SR is a sustained-release tablet, designed to release the medicine over time. It is used only when a healthcare professional decides this higher-strength tablet is appropriate for the infection being treated.

How it works: Cefaclor works by stopping bacteria from building the cell wall they need to survive. In the tablet SR form, the 750 mg dose is released gradually so the antibiotic stays active in the body over time.

Distaclor CD 750 mg Tablet SR is a higher-strength tablet, so it is generally suited for adults or other patients whose doctor has determined they need a larger cefaclor dose in a tablet form. Because it is sustained release, the medicine is released gradually rather than all at once, which may help fit specific dosing plans chosen by the prescriber. Since this is the only strength/form available in this product listing, it should be used exactly as prescribed and not split or used to self-adjust the dose.

• Bacterial respiratory tract infections
• Ear infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Other infections caused by cefaclor-susceptible bacteria

• Swallow Distaclor CD 750 mg Tablet SR whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split it unless your doctor specifically tells you to.
• Take it exactly at the times prescribed, since the sustained-release tablet is meant to work over several hours.
• You may take it with or without food, but taking it with food can help reduce stomach upset.
• Finish the full course even if you start to feel better, because stopping early can let bacteria come back.
• 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 use it for symptoms of a viral infection, such as a cold or flu.

Each Distaclor CD 750 mg Tablet SR provides 750 mg of cefaclor in one tablet. The number of tablets per day depends on the infection, your age, kidney function, and your doctor’s treatment plan; this strength is not a one-size-fits-all starting dose. Your prescriber decides how often to take it, and you should not exceed the daily amount they recommend.

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

Common side effects of Cefaclor may include:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Stomach pain or upset
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Skin rash or itching
• Yeast infection

• Do not take Distaclor CD 750 mg Tablet SR if you have a known allergy to cefaclor or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Tell your doctor if you have a penicillin allergy, because cross-reactions can occur in some people.
• Use extra caution if you have kidney disease, since dosing may need adjustment.
• Do not crush, chew, or split the sustained-release tablet, or the release pattern may change.
• Tell your clinician about any history of severe diarrhea or colitis after antibiotic use.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding should be discussed with your doctor before use.
• Alcohol does not directly interact with cefaclor, but it may worsen stomach upset or dehydration while you are sick.

• Probenecid may increase cefaclor levels in the body.
• Warfarin and other blood thinners may require closer monitoring because antibiotics can affect bleeding risk.
• Live bacterial vaccines may work less well while you are taking an antibiotic.
• Other antibiotics may interact with cefaclor, so your prescriber should review all medicines you take.

Store Distaclor CD 750 mg Tablet SR in a dry place at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and light, and keep it out of reach of children.