Cavalor Suspension 125mg / 5ml

About Cavalor Suspension 125mg / 5ml

Cavalor Suspension 125mg / 5ml Uses

• Treating middle ear infections in children caused by susceptible bacteria
• Treating throat and tonsil infections such as streptococcal pharyngitis
• Treating respiratory tract infections including bronchitis
• Treating urinary tract infections caused by sensitive organisms
• Treating skin and soft tissue infections in pediatric patients

Cavalor Suspension 125mg / 5ml Benefits

• Liquid form makes dosing easier for infants and young children who cannot swallow tablets
• Covers a broad range of common childhood bacterial infections
• Generally well tolerated with a favorable safety profile in pediatric use
• Dosing by body weight allows accurate treatment across different age groups

What Experts Say

Cefaclor is a second generation cephalosporin that stops bacteria from building a functional cell wall, which causes the bacterial cell to rupture and die. It works against many common gram positive and some gram negative organisms responsible for childhood infections.

Physicians in Pakistan frequently prescribe this suspension for children who cannot swallow tablets, dosing it by body weight and spreading doses evenly through the day. Respiratory tract infections, middle ear infections and throat infections are among the most common reasons it gets prescribed in general pediatric practice.

Completing the full course matters even after symptoms improve, since stopping early allows surviving bacteria to multiply again and raises the risk of antibiotic resistance. Parents are usually advised to shake the bottle well before each dose and store it as directed to keep the suspension stable.

Drug Class

• Second generation cephalosporin antibiotic

Cavalor Suspension 125mg / 5ml formula

• Cefaclor

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Cavalor Suspension 125mg / 5ml?

• Shake the bottle well before every dose to mix the suspension evenly
• Measure the dose using the marked spoon or oral syringe provided, not a household spoon
• Give the suspension at evenly spaced intervals through the day as directed
• Complete the full course even if the child feels better after a few days
• Can be given with or without food, though food may reduce stomach upset

Drug Interactions

• Probenecid: Can raise Cefaclor levels in the blood by slowing its removal from the body.
• Warfarin: Combined use may increase bleeding risk and needs closer monitoring in older patients on this medicine.
• Live Vaccines: Antibiotic use around the time of live oral vaccines may reduce vaccine effectiveness.

Risks and warnings

• Penicillin Allergy: Children with a known penicillin allergy may also react to Cefaclor, so inform the physician beforehand.
• Serum Sickness Reaction: Rare joint pain, rash and fever can occur days after starting treatment and needs medical review.
• Kidney Function: Children with reduced kidney function may need dose adjustment.
• Persistent Diarrhea: Severe or ongoing diarrhea during treatment should be reported, as it may signal a secondary infection.

Cavalor Suspension 125mg / 5ml Side Effects

• Diarrhea or loose stools
• Nausea or vomiting
• Skin rash
• Stomach discomfort
• Headache
• Vaginal itching in older pediatric patients, in rare cases
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling or difficulty breathing, in rare cases

Storage Conditions

• Store the reconstituted suspension in a refrigerator between 2 and 8 degrees Celsius
• Discard any unused suspension 14 days after reconstitution
• Keep the bottle tightly closed and shake well before each use
• Keep out of reach of children