DISTACLOR PD DPS

Overview

DISTACLOR PD DPS is a Schedule H antibiotic.

DISTACLOR PD DPS is composed of: CEFADROXIL ( ), PROBENECID ( )

Cefadroxil is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin  antibiotics. It works by fighting bacteria in your body.Cefadroxil is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria.Cefadroxil is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, blood, abdomen, genital and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.


Probenecid helps your body pass uric acid out through the urine, which lowers the levels of uric acid in the body. Probenecid is used to treat gout and gouty arthritis. Probenecid is also sometimes given together with penicillin antibiotics to make them more effective.

Usage

CEFADROXIL is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Urinary Tract Infection, Deep Skin Infection, Pneumonia

PROBENECID is generally used to treat: Gout, Arthritis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

DISTACLOR PD DPS is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for DISTACLOR PD DPS and its Constituents

• Your doctor has prescribed Cefadroxil to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
• Discontinue Cefadroxil and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn’t stop or if you find blood in your stools.
• If you’re on blood thinners, Cefadroxil can interact with your medications and increase your bleeding tendencies.
• Do not take this medication if you are allergic to cefadroxil, or to similar antibiotics, such as Ceftin, Cefzil, Keflex, Omnicef, and others.
• The cefadroxil suspension (liquid) contains sucrose. Talk to your doctor before using this form of cefadroxil if you have diabetes.Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you.
• Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor.
• Follow the directions on your prescription label.Take this medicine with a full glass of water.Cefadroxil can be taken on an empty stomach or with food or milk if it causes stomach upset.

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of ulcers, kidney stones,kidney disorder, blood disorder, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. It may affect blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CEFADROXIL over-dosage can result in: Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
PROBENECID over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

CEFADROXIL : Skin Rash, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Indigestion, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomit
PROBENECID : Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Pain With Urination, Lower Back Pain, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Dizziness, Vomit, Frequent Urination

Serious Side-Effects

CEFADROXIL : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Dizziness, Breathlessness, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Body Discoloration, Eyes Discoloration, Mood Swings, Throat Soreness, Fever
PROBENECID : Lower Back Pain, Pain With Urination, Easy Bruising, Fever, Throat Soreness, Abdomen Pain, Fatigue (tiredness), Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Rare Side-Effects

CEFADROXIL : Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Swollen Lymph Nodes, Heartburn, Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Chills, Head Headache, Lower Back Pain, Pain With Urination
PROBENECID : Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Food Interactions

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Disease Interactions

PROBENECID can interfere with: Anemia, Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Nephropathy, Gout, Peptic Ulcer, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

CEFADROXIL is categorized as: FIRST GENERATION CEPHALOSPORINS / CEPHALOSPORINS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
PROBENECID is categorized as: ANTIGOUT AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for DISTACLOR PD DPS

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DISTACLOR PD DPS

INR 84 for 10 ML DROP

CEFADROXIL , PROBENECID

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

DAX LA 250MG/250MG TAB	INR 13.88 for 6 TABLETS	CEFADROXIL 250.0 MG, PROBENECID 250.0 MG
DAX LA 500MG/500MG TAB	INR 26.73 for 6 TABLETS	CEFADROXIL 500.0 MG, PROBENECID 500.0 MG