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Generic Name

Cefaclor

Trade Name

Ceclor

Indication

Treatment of respiratory tract infections, skin infections, otitis media

Action

Bactericidal, binds to bacterial cell wall causing cell death

Therapeutic Class

Anti-infectives

Pharmacologic Class

Cephalosporin 2nd generations

Nursing Considerations

• Contraindicated in cephalosporin and possibly penicillin allergies • May need lead to seizures, pseudomembranous colitis, diarrhea, phlebitis at IV site, anaphylaxis • Assess infection and allergies • Obtain cultures prior to therapy • Monitor bowel function • May lead to superinfection