Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension
Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension is a medicine that helps treat a wide range of bacterial infections in children. These may include infections of the ear, eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and urinary tract. It works by stopping the multiplication of infection-causing bacteria thereby preventing the infection from spreading.
To ensure maximum absorption, give Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension an hour before or two hours after meals. In case your child develops a stomach upset, it is better to give it with meals. Donate it as per the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor as these depend upon the type and severity of the infection. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of the intake, give the same dose again, but do not double dose if it is the time for the next dose.
Some temporary side effects of this medicine include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, and mild skin rash. If your child develops these side effects, they should go away on their own. In case these side effects don’t subside on their own or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor without any delay.
Let the doctor know if your child has ever had any previous episodes of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. Being aware of your child’s medical history will help the doctor make dose alterations and plan your child’s overall treatment.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Clorocef
Gastrointesinal symptoms
Hypersensitivity
Drug eruptions
Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
Genital itching
Diarrhea
Increased liver enzymes
Vaginal inflammation
Abdominal pain
Skin rash
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Avoid prolonged use of Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension is recommended. Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension is relatively safe to use in children with liver disease. However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
FAQs:
Is it harmful if I give a double dose of Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension to my child?
It is always prudent to stay alert while giving medicines to your child because overdoses increase the risk of worsening the condition or causing unwanted side effects. Though an extra dose of Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension is unlikely to do harm, you should speak to a doctor to make sure that your child remains unharmed.
Can Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension cause serious side effects?
Not usually, but rarely it may cause some serious side effects such as persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension?
Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension on a long-term basis?
The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.
Can Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension impact my child’s digestive system?
Affirmative, antibiotics are often accused of causing an upset stomach because while killing the bad bacteria they may unknowingly kill the good bacteria too. As a result, the working of the digestive system may get disrupted. This risk of developing stomach infections is higher in children because they often have a sensitive stomach. You can reduce this risk significantly by giving this medicine to your child with meals. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Clorocef 125mg Oral Suspension, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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