alclor suspension

4.5 (16 reviews)

Cefaclor (125mg)

🏭 Taurus Laboratories Pvt Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 22, 2026

⚠️ Hepatotoxicity Risk 📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is alclor suspension used for?

Articlor 50mg Drop (Cefaclor) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Cefaclor (125mg), which Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Cefaclor
Manufacturer: Taurus Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: B
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 alclor suspension Uses & Benefits

Treatment of otitis media, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections.

Off-label uses: Uncomplicated gonorrhea, Lyme disease

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Cefaclor
Brand Name	Articlor 50mg Drop
Manufacturer	Taurus Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Cephalosporins: 2nd generation
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at room temperature (20-25°C); protect from light and moisture.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract after oral administration.

DistributionDistributes widely into body tissues and fluids, including middle ear, tonsils, and respiratory secretions.

Protein BindingApproximately 25% bound to plasma proteins.

MetabolismPartially metabolized in the liver.

Half-Life0.6-0.9 hours in patients with normal renal function.

ExcretionPrimarily excreted unchanged in urine via glomerular filtration and tubular secretion.

BioavailabilityAbout 90% after oral administration.

Onset of ActionRapid; within 30 minutes.

Peak Plasma Time30-60 minutes after oral administration.

Duration of Action6-8 hours.

How It Works

Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), leading to cell lysis and death.

Mechanism Steps

1Cefaclor binds to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) on bacterial cell wall.

2Inhibition of transpeptidase enzymes prevents cross-linking of peptidoglycan chains.

3Autolytic enzymes are activated, leading to cell wall weakening and lysis.

💡 How to Take alclor suspension

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of alclor suspension

✅ Common Side Effects

Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Rash
Urticaria

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
Seizures

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Hemolytic anemia
Agranulocytosis
Thrombocytopenia
Interstitial nephritis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Warfarin	Major	Increased bleeding risk
Probenecid	Major	Decreased renal excretion of cefaclor, increased plasma levels
Oral contraceptives	Moderate	Reduced contraceptive efficacy
Live typhoid vaccine	Moderate	Reduced vaccine efficacy
Antacids	Minor	Decreased absorption of cefaclor
H2-receptor antagonists	Minor	Decreased absorption of cefaclor

🚨 Major Interactions

Warfarin
Probenecid

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Oral contraceptives
Live typhoid vaccine

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Antacids
H2-receptor antagonists

🍽️ Food Interactions

Food may delay absorption but does not significantly reduce total absorption.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction, but alcohol may increase risk of gastrointestinal side effects.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to cefaclor or other cephalosporins; history of immediate-type hypersensitivity to penicillins.

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Renal function, liver function, signs of hypersensitivity, and superinfection.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk in small amounts; generally considered compatible with breastfeeding.

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; hemodialysis may be effective in severe cases.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose and resume regular schedule.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.