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Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in children, such as bronchitis, pneumonia (lung infection), bladder and kidney infections, throat infections (pharyngitis and tonsillitis), middle ear infections (otitis media), sinus infections (sinusitis), and skin infections. It contains Cefaclor, which kills bacteria by damaging their protective cell wall. Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension may cause side effects like vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, weakness, or itching. Most side effects are mild and go away on their own. If your child’s side effects persist or cause concern, please consult your doctor.

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More about the Product

Composition :

CEFACLOR-125MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Menarini India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension

Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension is an oral antibiotic suspension designed to treat a variety of bacterial infections in children. It is commonly prescribed to clear up painful ear, throat, respiratory, and skin infections by stopping bacterial growth. Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension helps your child feel better while ensuring the underlying illness is fully resolved.

For the best results, give Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension to your child at the same times every day to maintain a steady level in their body. It can be given with or without food, but offering it with a light meal or milk can help prevent a mild upset stomach. Ensuring your child drinks plenty of water and gets ample rest during treatment will also speed up their recovery.

While taking Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension, some children may experience mild side effects like a temporary upset stomach, loose stools, or a diaper rash. These effects are usually mild and resolve on their own once the treatment is finished. However, if your child develops severe watery or bloody diarrhea, a high fever, or skin blistering, you must stop giving Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension and contact your doctor immediately.

Before starting Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension, tell your doctor if your child has kidney problems or a history of severe allergies to other antibiotics. Children who have had a severe allergic reaction to similar antibiotics in the past should not take Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension. Your doctor will help determine if this is the safest option for your child's specific health profile.

Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other drugs, such as certain water pills or other antibiotics, which can affect how well it works. It is also important to tell your healthcare provider if your child is scheduled for any routine vaccinations, as antibiotics can occasionally interfere with certain live oral vaccines. Always consult your pharmacist or doctor before giving any other over-the-counter remedies alongside Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension.

Uses of Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension

Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension is used to treat various bacterial infections in children. The detailed uses of Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension are as follows:

  • Ear infections: Clears bacterial infections in the middle ear, relieving painful earaches and reducing fever in young children.
  • Throat and tonsil infections: Treats bacterial throat infections, helping to soothe painful swallowing and reduce red, swollen tonsils.
  • Chest and respiratory tract infections: Clears bacterial infections in the airways and lungs, helping to relieve chest congestion and coughing.
  • Skin and soft tissue infections: Resolves painful, red, or swollen bacterial skin infections, preventing the spread of the condition.
  • Urinary tract infections: Targets bacteria in the urinary tract, quickly relieving painful or frequent urination.

Key Benefits

Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension helps treat susceptible bacterial infections by stopping the growth of bacteria and supporting the body's natural recovery. It is commonly used for certain infections in children when prescribed by a healthcare professional.

Benefits may include:

  • Helps treat susceptible bacterial infections and relieve symptoms such as fever, pain, and tiredness as the infection improves.
  • Supports faster recovery by preventing the bacteria from multiplying and spreading.
  • Provides an easy-to-administer Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension for infants and children who have difficulty swallowing tablets.
  • Allows accurate dose measurement when the prescribed amount is given using a suitable measuring device.
  • Helps reduce the risk of the infection worsening or spreading when the full prescribed course is completed.
  • Supports your child's comfort and return to normal daily activities during recovery.
Side effects of Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
  • Eosinophil levels can be lowered by eating fruits and vegetables, avoiding smoking, and consuming alcohol in moderation.
  • Several foods, such as ginger, garlic, pepper, turmeric, and honey, might boost immunity.
  • Avoid dairy products, including cheese, yoghurt, and milk.
  • Drink water and keep yourself hydrated.
Managing Medication-Triggered Moniliasis (a yeast infection): A Step-by-Step Guide:
  • If you experience symptoms like itching, burning, redness, or discharge after taking medication, consult your doctor immediately and share your symptoms, medication regimen, and medical history.
  • Your doctor will assess your medication regimen to determine if it's contributing to the moniliasis and identify the best course of action to manage your condition.
  • Your doctor may prescribe antifungal medications or recommend other treatments to help clear up the infection. They may also suggest self-care measures to help manage symptoms and prevent future infections.
  • If your condition doesn't improve or persists, consult your doctor and report it. Your doctor will assess your progress, adjust your treatment plan, and provide advice to ensure the best outcome.
  • Inflammation of Vagina needs immediate attention and cannot be ignored.
  • Get a physical examination and prevent wearing clothes that can hold heat and moisture.
  • Avoid using vaginal sprays or perfumed soaps that increase itching and irritation.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions, and rest well with proper medication.
  • Take a balanced diet and get regular screenings to reduce inflammation.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.

Directions for Use

  • Give it to your child with or without food, as advised by your doctor.
  • Always follow your doctor's instructions for the correct dose and timing.
  • To prepare the suspension, boil water and let it cool to room temperature. Add the cooled water up to the arrow mark on the bottle and shake well. If the mixture level is below the mark after shaking, add a small amount of water to reach the mark and shake thoroughly again.
  • Give the prescribed dose using a measuring cup or syringe.
  • Use the prepared mixture within the time specified on the label.

How Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension Works

Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension works by blocking the formation of the protective cell wall that bacteria need to grow and survive. Without a strong cell wall, the bacterial cells become weak and eventually break apart, helping stop the infection from spreading and allowing the body's immune system to clear the remaining bacteria. It works against susceptible bacterial infections but does not treat viral illnesses such as the common cold or flu.
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Alcohol

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Pregnancy

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Breast Feeding

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension in children with liver diseases/conditions, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Before giving Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension to your child, consult your doctor if they have severe kidney issues, to ensure safe use.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension is safe for children when prescribed by the doctor, as the dosage is carefully adjusted based on the child's age and body weight.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

If your child has any heart disease, please consult a doctor before giving Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension.

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Geriatrics

Not applicable

Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension is for paediatric patients only.

What if I have taken an overdose of Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension

If your child accidentally swallows more than the prescribed amount, seek immediate medical attention or contact a poison control center right away, even if they show no signs of illness.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep hydrated: Give your child plenty of fluids like water, clear soups, or oral rehydration solutions to prevent dehydration, especially if they have mild diarrhea.
  • Encourage rest: Keep your child comfortable and limit strenuous activities so their body can focus its energy on recovery.
  • Offer gentle foods: If Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension causes mild stomach irritation, serve simple, bland foods like rice, applesauce, or crackers rather than greasy or highly sweetened foods.
  • Support gut health: Ask your doctor if a pediatric probiotic supplement is appropriate to help restore healthy gut bacteria after the antibiotic course is finished.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension to start to work: The time required for Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension to show its action is not clinically established. The time for which the effects of Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension last: The duration of action for Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension is not clinically established.

What if you forget to take Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension

If you miss giving a dose, give it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not give a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

• Before mixing with water, store the dry powder at room temperature, ideally between 20°C and 25°C.

Drug Warnings

  • Record the mixing date: Write the date the water was added to the powder on the bottle label. This helps you track the 14-day period and know when the remaining Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension should be discarded.
  • Inspect the suspension before use: Shake the bottle thoroughly before each dose and check the liquid afterward. Do not give Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension if it remains heavily discolored, unusually clumpy, or otherwise looks abnormal. Contact your pharmacist if you notice any changes.
  • Do not share Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension: Give Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension only to the child for whom it was prescribed. Never give it to another child, even if they have the same symptoms, as the correct medicine and dose may be different.
  • Keep a dose record: Maintain a simple dosing chart, such as on the refrigerator, to track each dose and help prevent missed or accidental double doses.
  • Consult your pediatrician if: Your child's symptoms do not start to improve within 2 to 3 days of starting treatment, or if the symptoms become worse.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Antacids (e.g., calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide): These medicines may reduce the absorption of Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension. Give Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension at least 1 hour before or after an antacid.
  • Gout medicines (e.g., probenecid): Probenecid may slow the removal of Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension from the body, increasing antibiotic levels and the risk of side effects. Your child's doctor may adjust the dose if needed.
  • Live vaccines (e.g., oral typhoid vaccine): Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension may reduce the effectiveness of certain live oral vaccines. Tell your child's doctor if a live vaccine is planned during antibiotic treatment.
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Drug-Food Interactions

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  • No major food interactions are known with Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension. It can generally be given with or without food. If it causes stomach upset, giving it with food may improve comfort.
     
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FAQs

Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension is used to treat various bacterial infections in children, including bronchitis, pneumonia, throat infections, middle ear infections, sinus infections, bladder and kidney infections, as well as skin and soft tissue infections.
Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension contains Cefaclor, an antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thus, it damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.
Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists, worsens or if you notice blood or mucus in stools, avoid giving Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension to your child and consult a doctor immediately.
Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, weakness or itching. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or bother your child, please consult your doctor.
No, always complete the full course as prescribed by the doctor, even if your child feels better, to ensure the infection is fully treated.
If you think you have given too much, contact your doctor or seek medical help immediately.
It is generally best to give Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension directly using the provided measuring syringe to ensure the full dose is swallowed. Mixing it into a large glass of juice or milk may result in your child not receiving the full dose if they do not finish the drink. Talk to your doctor for tips on helping children take their medication.
If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension, the dose may not have been fully absorbed, and you may need to give the dose again. If they vomit more than 30 minutes after taking it, do not give an extra dose.
Yes, once the dry powder has been mixed with water, the resulting liquid suspension must be stored in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C. Do not freeze it, and discard any unused portion after 14 days. Before mixing, the dry powder can be stored at room temperature.
No, Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension is an antibiotic and is only effective against infections caused by bacteria. It will not work for viral infections like colds, croup, or influenza. Giving antibiotics unnecessarily can lead to future resistance. Consult your doctor for a proper diagnosis of your child's symptoms.
Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and continue with your child's regular dosing schedule. Never double the dose to make up for a missed one.
No, you should not give over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medicines to your child without professional advice, as these can make antibiotic-associated diarrhea worse or trap toxins in the gut. If diarrhea becomes watery or severe, stop Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension and contact your pediatrician. Consult your doctor about managing side effects.
Some children who are allergic to penicillin can safely take Distaclor 125 mg Strawberry Oral Suspension, but there is a small risk of cross-reactivity because they belong to related antibiotic families. You must inform your doctor of any past allergic reactions to penicillin or other antibiotics before starting treatment. Consult your doctor to find the safest option.

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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

A Menarini India Pvt Ltd, B-801, Safal Pegasus, Prahalad Nagar Road, Anand Nagar, Ahmedabad ? 380015, Gujarat, India
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