cefaclor sustained-action tablet - oral

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GENERIC NAME: CEFACLOR SUSTAINED-ACTION TABLET - ORAL (SEFF-uh-klor)

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This medication is a cephalosporin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (e.g., skin and respiratory tract infections). It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.This antibiotic only treats bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth with a meal, usually every 12 hours, or as directed by your doctor. Swallow this medication whole and then drink a full glass of water (8 ounces or 240 milliliters). Do not break, crush or chew the tablets.Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Therefore, take this drug at evenly spaced intervals.Continue to take this medication until the full-prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping this medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow, which may result in a relapse of the infection.Antacids may decrease the absorption of this medication. If you use antacids, take them at least 1 hour apart from this drug.Inform your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.

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