Cefolac Drop

Short Description

Cefolac Drop is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections in children, including ear, eye, nose, throat, lung, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract infections.

Dosage Form

Oral Suspension

Introduction

Cefolac Drop is an antibiotic medicine commonly given to children to treat bacterial infections. It is best given an hour before or two hours after meals to ensure better absorption. The dose and duration depend on the type and severity of the infection, so it is essential to stick to the prescribed dose, time, and way of administration. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of intake, give the same dose again, but do not double the dose if it's the time for the next dose. Do not give this medicine to your child for cold and flu symptoms, as they are usually caused by viruses and antibiotics don't treat viral infections.

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. Cefolac Drop may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Vomiting Diarrhea Nausea Abdominal pain Allergy

Alcohol Warning

Consuming alcohol with Cefolac Drop does not cause any harmful side effects.

Breastfeeding Warning

Cefolac Drop 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 Cefolac Drop, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Pregnancy Warning

Cefolac Drop 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.

Cefolac Drop is an antibiotic that works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

Complete the entire course of antibiotics Give this medicine with food to avoid an upset stomach Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions Only give Cefolac Drop to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses