Drug: Ceclor, Ceclor CD, Raniclor

cefaclor (pronounced SEH-fuh-klor)

Common Side Effects: nausea, diarrhea, rash.

Less Common Side Effects: dizziness, headache, extreme sleepiness, weakness, vomiting, decreased appetite, upset stomach, abdominal cramps, bowel problems, yeast infection of the mouth or vagina, vaginal inflammation, anemia, inflamed skin, itching, allergic reactions, fever, temporary increases in liver function test values.

Missed Dose: Don't take a double dose. If you're taking one dose per day, separate the missed dose and the next scheduled dose by 10 to 12 hours. If you're taking two doses per day, separate the missed dose and the next scheduled dose by 5 to 6 hours. If you're taking three or more doses per day, separate the missed dose and the next scheduled dose by 2 to 4 hours.

Drug Interactions: Combining certain medications may alter their actions or produce unwanted effects. Tell your health care provider about other prescription medications, nonprescription medications, herbs, and supplements you're taking, especially:

antacids
anticoagulants (blood thinners such as warfarin (Coumadin))
chloramphenicol
probenecid.

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