Use For handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin
Cefaclor is a second generation cephalosporin antibiotic which has stability against b-lactamase inactivation and possesses a broad spectrum of activity. Cefaclor is active against the following organisms in vitro: Alpha and beta haemolytic Streptococci, Staphylococci; including coagulase-positive, coagulase negative and penicillinase-producing strains, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A b-haemolytic Streptococci), Branhamella catarrhalis, Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Klebsiella species Haemophilus influenzae, including ampicillin-resistant strains. Cefaclor is generally effective in the eradication of Streptococci from the nasopharynx.
Directions wet hands apply palmful to hands scrub thoroughly rinse thoroughly
When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.
Always consult a registered doctor before taking any medicine. This information is for general knowledge only.
Cefaclor is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to the Cephalosporin group of antibiotics.
The nephrotoxicity of aminoglycoside antibiotics such as gentamicin and tobramicin may be enhanced by any cephalosporin. Therefore, one should be cautious in concomitant use of these categories of drugs.
Warnings For external use only: hands only