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NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Cefaclor (NA)

Therapeutic Uses:
anti infectives

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Krc Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heartbeat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure with alcohol (Disulfiram reactions).

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Krc Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE
Lactation
SAFE

Krc Tablet is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.Avoid prolonged use of Krc Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

It is not known whether Krc Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Krc Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Krc Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Krc Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Cefaclor   NA

Uses of Krc Tablet
Krc Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infectionsIt is used in serious bacterial infections of various body parts like urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, blood, brain and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.

How to use Krc Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Krc Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Krc Tablet works
Krc Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.

Expert advice for Krc Tablet
Your doctor has prescribed Krc to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Krc and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. If you're on blood thinners, Krc can interact with your medications and increase your bleeding tendencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is cefaclor or Ceclor penicillin, cephalosporin, or sulfa drug?
Cefaclor or Ceclor (brand name for cefaclor) does not contain sulfa and is not a penicillin drug. It is a cephalosporin antibiotic

Q. Is Krc the same as cephalexin or Keflex?
Both Krc and cephalexin belongs to the different class, i.e. cephalexin or Keflex (brand name for cephalexin) is first generation cephalosporin whereas Krc is second generation cephalosporin. Their effect may vary upon individual conditions or response

Q. Can I take paracetamol or Panadol with cefaclor?
You can take paracetamol or Panadol (brand name for paracetamol) with cefaclor

Q. Does Krc affect birth control or affect the contraceptive pill?
Krc can affect the birth control effect of contraceptive pill

Q. Is Krc safe for Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD)?
Yes, Krc can be used in patients with G6PD deficiency. Please consult your doctor before use

Q. Does Krc treat chlamydia?
No, Krc is not effective in treatment of chlamydia infection.

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