Ceclor Suspension 250mg / 5ml

About Ceclor Suspension 250mg / 5ml

Uses

• Treats bacterial ear infections such as otitis media, including more severe cases
• Treats bacterial respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia and bronchitis
• Treats throat infections such as tonsillitis and pharyngitis
• Treats urinary tract infections in children
• Treats skin and soft tissue infections caused by susceptible bacteria

Benefits

• The higher 250mg/5ml concentration means a smaller liquid volume per dose for older or heavier children
• Reduces the total volume a child needs to swallow compared to lower strength suspensions
• Suited for infections needing the higher 40mg per kg per day dosing range
• Comes as an easy to measure oral suspension

What Experts Say

Cefaclor dosing scales with body weight, and prescribers reach for the 250mg/5ml strength once a child is heavier or the infection calls for the higher end of the recommended range, roughly 40mg per kg per day rather than the standard 20mg per kg per day. Otitis media and infections caused by less predictably susceptible organisms are common reasons a doctor chooses this higher concentration.

Keeping the liquid volume manageable matters in practice, since a child who must swallow a large volume of syrup at every dose is more likely to spit it out or resist treatment altogether. A more concentrated suspension delivers the same milligram dose in less liquid, which supports better adherence across a full course.

As with any cephalosporin, doctors weigh a history of penicillin allergy carefully before prescribing, since cross reactivity is well documented, and they stress finishing the entire course even after the child's symptoms clearly improve, since early stopping is a known driver of antibiotic resistance.

Drug Class

• Second generation cephalosporin
• Beta lactam antibiotic

Ceclor Suspension 250mg / 5ml formula

• Cefaclor 250mg/5ml

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Ceclor Suspension 250mg / 5ml?

• Shake the bottle well before every dose to mix the suspension evenly
• Measure the dose using the oral syringe or cup provided, not a household spoon
• Give with or without food, though food may reduce stomach upset
• Follow the exact dosing schedule the doctor prescribes based on the child's weight
• Do not skip doses and complete the full course even if the child feels better

Drug Interactions

• Probenecid may raise cefaclor blood levels by reducing how quickly it is cleared from the body
• Concurrent use with warfarin or other oral anticoagulants may increase bleeding risk
• Taking other antibiotics at the same time may increase the risk of side effects without added benefit
• The effectiveness of live typhoid vaccine may be reduced during antibiotic treatment

Risks and warnings

• Avoid this medicine if the child has a known allergy to cefaclor or other cephalosporin antibiotics
• Use with caution in children with a history of penicillin allergy due to possible cross reactivity
• Report severe or persistent diarrhea to a doctor promptly since it may signal a serious intestinal infection
• Use cautiously in children with kidney impairment, since the dose may need adjustment
• Complete the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve early
• Inform the doctor about any bleeding disorders or blood thinning medicines the child is taking
• Not recommended for newborns without specific doctor guidance

Ceclor Suspension 250mg / 5ml Side Effects

• Diarrhea
• Nausea and vomiting
• Stomach upset or pain
• Skin rash
• Loss of appetite
• Joint pain, swelling, or a serum sickness like reaction with fever and rash
• Severe watery or bloody diarrhea
• Signs of allergic reaction such as facial swelling or difficulty breathing
• Unusual bruising or bleeding

Storage Conditions

• Store the unopened bottle at room temperature, below 25°C, away from direct sunlight
• After mixing with water, refrigerate the suspension between 2°C and 8°C
• Discard any unused reconstituted suspension after 14 days
• Keep the bottle tightly closed and shake well before each use
• Keep out of reach of children