Distaclor DT 250 mg Tablet

Distaclor DT 250 mg Tablet is a prescription antibiotic that contains 250 mg of cefaclor in each tablet. It belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Distaclor DT 250 mg Tablet may be prescribed for infections affecting the ears, throat, sinuses, skin, or respiratory tract when the bacteria are likely to respond to cefaclor.

How it works: Cefaclor works by stopping bacteria from building the cell wall they need to survive. The tablet form of Distaclor DT 250 mg Tablet delivers the medicine orally so it can be absorbed and carried through the body to help clear susceptible bacterial infections.

Distaclor DT 250 mg Tablet provides 250 mg per tablet, which is a practical strength for treatment plans that need moderate dosing without switching to a lower-strength product. Because this is the only strength/form listed for this brand, a doctor may choose Distaclor DT 250 mg Tablet to match the infection being treated, the patient's age and weight, and the total daily dose needed. It is not meant to be used as a casual first try for any sore throat or cough; a clinician decides whether cefaclor is appropriate.

• Bacterial ear infections
• Bacterial throat or tonsil infections
• Sinus infections caused by susceptible bacteria
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Some respiratory tract infections

• Take Distaclor DT 250 mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow the tablet with water unless your pharmacist or prescriber has given different instructions.
• Take doses at evenly spaced times to keep the antibiotic level steady in your body.
• You may take it with food if stomach upset occurs, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• Finish the full course even if you start feeling better before the tablets are gone.
• Do not skip doses or double up unless your prescriber tells you to do so.

Each Distaclor DT 250 mg Tablet contains 250 mg of cefaclor. The number of tablets you take and how often you take them depend on the infection being treated and your prescriber's instructions; this strength is often used in divided doses rather than as a single one-time dose. Do not exceed the daily amount your doctor recommends, because the maximum daily dose is set by the prescriber based on your condition and response.

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 stomach
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Mild rash or itching
• Loose stools

• Tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergy to cefaclor, penicillins, or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, because cefaclor dosing may need adjustment.
• Distaclor DT 250 mg Tablet should not be used to treat viral infections such as colds or the flu.
• Contact a clinician if diarrhea is severe or does not go away, because antibiotics can sometimes cause serious bowel problems.
• Tell your healthcare provider about all medicines and supplements you take to avoid interactions.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor whether this antibiotic is appropriate for you.
• Use caution if you need to drive or operate machinery and you feel dizzy or unwell after taking it.

• Probenecid may increase cefaclor levels in the body.
• Warfarin and other blood thinners may have altered effects or increase bleeding risk.
• Live bacterial vaccines may not work as expected while you are taking an antibiotic.
• Other medicines that affect the kidneys may require extra caution when used together.
• Antacids or acid-reducing products may affect how some people tolerate oral antibiotics; ask your pharmacist for guidance.

Store Distaclor DT 250 mg Tablet at room temperature in a dry place, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light, and keep it in the original strip until use.