apollo
0
Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 12:53 PM IST

About Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's

Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's belongs to a class of drugs called 'antibiotics' used to treat several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, ears, nose, throat, skin and soft tissue. The bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiple very quickly. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's does not work against infections, flu or cold symptoms caused by the virus.

Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's contains Cefaclor an antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills the bacterial cell. Thus, it prevents the growth of bacterial infection. 

Take Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's was prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. You may experience vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, vaginal itching, fever, and rash in some cases. Most of these side effects of Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's, penicillins or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's in tablet form is not recommended for children, but syrup form may be used in children above 1 month only in doses as prescribed by a doctor. If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's to reduce the dose accordingly. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and give unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are using Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's before undergoing any tests.

Uses of Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's contains Cefaclor, a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, ears, nose, throat, skin, and soft tissue. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Syrup: Take it by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack. Shake the bottle well before each use.Oral drops: Check the label for directions before use. Take it as advised by the doctor with the help of marked dropper.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Vaginal itching
  • Fever
  • Rash

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's, penicillins or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney problems, diabetes, stomach or intestinal disorder such as inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's in tablet form is not recommended for children, but syrup form may be used in children above 1 month only in doses as prescribed by a doctor. If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's so that the dose may be reduced accordingly. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and give unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are using Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's before undergoing any tests. You are recommended to complete the full course of Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's may interact with a blood thinner (warfarin) and gout medicine (probenecid).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have kidney problems, diabetes, stomach or intestinal disorder such as inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • PROBENECID

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take probiotics after completing the full course of Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
  • Include fiber-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase adverse effects.

Special Advise

If you are about to undergo blood or urine tests, inform your doctor that you are taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's as it may interfere with these tests.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains, and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.

About Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's

Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's belongs to a class of drugs called 'antibiotics' used to treat several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, ears, nose, throat, skin and soft tissue. The bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiple very quickly. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's does not work against infections, flu or cold symptoms caused by the virus.

Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's contains Cefaclor an antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills the bacterial cell. Thus, it prevents the growth of bacterial infection. 

Take Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's was prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. You may experience vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, vaginal itching, fever, and rash in some cases. Most of these side effects of Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's, penicillins or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's in tablet form is not recommended for children, but syrup form may be used in children above 1 month only in doses as prescribed by a doctor. If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's to reduce the dose accordingly. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and give unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are using Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's before undergoing any tests.

Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

Prescription drug

Whats That

tooltip
Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

Composition

CEFACLOR-500MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's contains Cefaclor, a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, ears, nose, throat, skin, and soft tissue. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Side Effects of Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Vaginal itching
  • Fever
  • Rash

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Syrup: Take it by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack. Shake the bottle well before each use.Oral drops: Check the label for directions before use. Take it as advised by the doctor with the help of marked dropper.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's, penicillins or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney problems, diabetes, stomach or intestinal disorder such as inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's in tablet form is not recommended for children, but syrup form may be used in children above 1 month only in doses as prescribed by a doctor. If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's so that the dose may be reduced accordingly. Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and give unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are using Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's before undergoing any tests. You are recommended to complete the full course of Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • PROBENECID

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take probiotics after completing the full course of Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
  • Include fiber-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase adverse effects.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

If you are about to undergo blood or urine tests, inform your doctor that you are taking Uniclor 500 mg Capsule 8's as it may interfere with these tests.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains, and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.

Add to Cart