Ceftaclav: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ceftaclav Information

Ceftaclav is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Ceftaclav have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Ceftaclav is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Ceftaclav also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal cramp, Fever, Soft stools. While these are the most often observed Ceftaclav side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ceftaclav go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Ceftaclav's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ceftaclav related warnings talks about Ceftaclav's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Ceftaclav is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ceftaclav are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Ceftaclav may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Ceftaclav is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Ceftaclav Benefits & Uses
Ceftaclav Dosage & How to Take
Ceftaclav Side Effects
Ceftaclav Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ceftaclav with Other Drugs
Ceftaclav Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ceftaclav
Ceftaclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ceftaclav Benefits & Uses

Ceftaclav is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bacterial Infections
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)

Other Benefits

Ceftaclav Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Ceftaclav Related Warnings

Is the use of Ceftaclav safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Ceftaclav will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Ceftaclav safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Ceftaclav in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Ceftaclav on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Ceftaclav on kidney, information on safety of Ceftaclav for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Ceftaclav on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Ceftaclav on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Ceftaclav on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Ceftaclav on the heart, information on safety of Ceftaclav for the heart is unavailable.

Severe Interaction of Ceftaclav with Other Drugs

Ceftaclav should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Amiloride

Methotrexate

Moderate

Mild

Allopurinol

Ceftaclav Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ceftaclav unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Jaundice
Gastritis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ceftaclav

Is this Ceftaclav habit forming or addictive?

Ceftaclav is not addictive in nature.

Ceftaclav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ceftaclav

There is no information on the effects of taking Ceftaclav with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftaclav

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ceftaclav with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Ceftaclav

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Ceftaclav?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Ceftaclav can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Ceftaclav safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Ceftaclav is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Ceftaclav without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Ceftaclav is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Ceftaclav cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ceftaclav can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Ceftaclav with azithromycin?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Avoid taking Ceftaclav with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.