Distaclor 125 mg DT

Composition of Distaclor 125 mg DT

Distaclor 125 mg DT contains Cefaclor (125mg). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.

Uses of Distaclor 125 mg DT

Bacterial infections

Key benefits

• In Bacterial infections Bacterial infections can affect different parts of the body
• such as the lungs
• throat
• ears
• skin
• or urinary tract
• leading to symptoms like fever
• pain
• and swelling. Distaclor 125mg Tablet DT works by controlling the growth of harmful bacteria
• which helps clear the infection
• relieve symptoms
• and prevent complications.

How Distaclor 125 mg DT works

Distaclor 125mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without causing resistance against further treatment.

How to take Distaclor 125 mg DT

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or just after food. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and, rarely, fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Distaclor 125 mg DT

Most side effects of Distaclor are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Distaclor 125mg Tablet DT does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur
• they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Distaclor 125 mg DT

Warnings and precautions

Finish the whole course even after you feel better — stopping early breeds resistant bacteria. Tell your doctor if you have ever had a severe reaction to penicillin; a small proportion of people react to both groups. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Several medicines in this group are on Schedule H1 precisely because overuse drives antibiotic resistance. Take it only when a doctor has prescribed it for you.

Do not take Distaclor if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids, iron and zinc reduce absorption — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.

How to store Distaclor 125 mg DT

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Distaclor 125 mg DT

Distaclor 125mg Tablet DT is not recommended for children less than 1 month of age. Ensure that your child completes the entire course of antibiotics. Quitting in between may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection. Give this medicine with food to avoid an upset stomach. Give your child plenty of water if they develop diarrhea as a side effect. Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions. Avoid saving up the medicine for future use and focus on giving Distaclor 125mg Tablet DT to your child for their current infection. Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

LUPIN LAB

Therapeutic class:

ANTI INFECTIVES

Drug class:

Cephalosporin

Chemical class:

N- acyl- alpha amino acid derivative