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Vitraclor contains the main ingredient Cefaclor, an antibiotic of the Cephalosporin group. Vitraclor is used to treat infections caused by bacteria in the ears, nose, throat, tonsils, chest, lungs, bladder, and kidneys.
1. What does Vitraclor do?
Vitraclor contains the active ingredient Cefaclor, a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against a wide range of bacteria. Cefaclor treats an infection by killing the bacteria that cause it.
With the above properties, Vitraclor is effective in the treatment of infections caused by bacteria such as:
Urinary tract infections; Skin infections ; Chest infection; Ear infections and sinusitis. Vitraclor drug has the advantage of being used for adults, children and pregnant women. However, some people who are allergic to penicillin may not be able to take Cefaclor, so talk to your doctor for appropriate advice.
2. Notes before taking Vitraclor
Before starting Vitraclor, it is important that the doctor know the patient:
If the patient has ever had an allergic reaction to the drug. Intend or are pregnant and while breastfeeding. Are taking any other medicines, including over-the-counter medicines, herbs, and supplements.
3. How to take Vitraclor?
Before you start taking Vitraclor, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from the inside of the pack for more information and to use the medicine safely and effectively. If you are taking Vitraclor in capsule or liquid form, the usual adult dose is 250-500mg three times daily. For children, the usual dose is 62.5-250mg three times daily, depending on age. The course of treatment for each patient can be long or short depending on the infection, so it is important to take Vitraclor exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If liquid medicine is prescribed, read the instructions for use carefully to ensure that parents measure the correct amount of medicine for young children. Capsules and liquid pills can be taken before or after food. If you are taking the modified-release tablet, you will be prescribed one or two tablets to take twice a day. Take the tablet with a meal and swallow it whole - do not chew or break it. The dose interval of Vitraclor should be divided evenly throughout the day. Continue taking antibiotics until the end of the course, unless told to stop by your doctor. Getting the full course of treatment is important, even if you feel the infection has cleared up. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Try to take the correct number of doses each day, but do not take 2 doses at once to make up for a missed dose. Some antacids can reduce the amount of Cefaclor the body absorbs. Therefore, patients should not take medicines for indigestion or stomach medicine for 2 hours before or after taking Vitraclor.
4. Vitraclor side effects
Common side effects of Vitraclor include:
Diarrhea: The patient needs to drink a lot of water to make up for the lost amount. If diarrhea continues, becomes severe, or is bloody, tell your doctor right away. Feeling nauseous or vomiting: Eat foods that are simple and easy to digest. Vitraclor should be taken after meals to limit stomach irritation. Skin rashes (especially in children) and other antibiotic allergies: Tell your doctor as soon as possible because a change in treatment may be necessary. An itchy rash, swelling of the face or mouth, and difficulty breathing are all signs that the person is allergic to the antibiotic. In a nutshell, Vitraclor is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as pneumonia, infections of the skin, ears, throat, tonsils, and urinary tract. Using antibiotics when they are not needed increases the risk of future infections due to antibiotic resistance. Therefore, you need to see your doctor to be prescribed the right medication.
