Question 1

what is the definition or description of: ceclor allergy?

Accepted Answer

Ceclor allergy?: Ceclor (Cefaclor) is an antibacterial medication that is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. Allergic reactions can include difficulty breathing, hives and swelling of face, lips, throat, mouth or tongue.

Question 2

if allergic to bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) & ceclor, is allergy to all sulfa drugs & cephalosporins assumed?

Accepted Answer

Only if true allergy: Often, a side effect to a particular drug may by mistaken as an allergic reaction to a drug.  If what you have experienced is a true allergic reaction, then you should avoid these types of drugs.

Question 3

can you take cefaclor if you have a penicillin allergy?

Accepted Answer

See below: Depends on your pcn allergy
2-3 % cross allergy
usually ok
be careful if you have a bad reaction to pcn.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: cefaclor allergy?

Accepted Answer

Cefaclor allergy: Cefaclor is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. Symptoms of Cefaclor allergy may include: Allergic reactions can include difficulty breathing, hives and swelling of face, lips, throat, mouth or tongue.

Question 5

allergic to ceclor,sulfa as a baby. recently prescribed amox-severe reaction. could it just be allergy or something else?hiv?tested-7mos post risk

Accepted Answer

Most likeltyPenicill: Celcor is a cephalosporin and it shares a chemical structure similar to penicillin (Ampicillin and Amoxicillin are penicillins). You can be allergic to both Ceclor and penicillin
However, not seeing or having a better description of the reaction you had, makes my answer above not conclusive

Question 6

what class of drug is cefaclor - an amphetamine or narcoticor or neither ?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotic: It is a cephalosporin, an antibiotic class.

Question 7

my son is getting over otitis (5th day cefaclor) and is still complaining of a mild headache everyday when going to school (new school, hes not much into). how can i tell of its illness realated or stress due to classes?

Accepted Answer

: You can try giving him age appropriate headache med and if it goes away it is not due to the stress. Also discuss the school situation with him and  an appropriate person at his school. I hope things work out

Question 8

8 years old in day 5 of ceclor for sinusitis/otitis. after starting atb hes complaining of a mild headache that is there in the morning and goes all day. he also complains of pain when coughing. i read abt headache red flags and am worried?

Accepted Answer

: Sinus pressure often is associated with sinus infection. Nasal saline is often effective in reducing the symptoms. If the pain is moderate to severe, please see pediatric urgent care. Watch for signs of shortness of breath and fever. Keep your son well hydrated. Please follow up and a virtual consult with Healthtap is available.

Question 9

i was allergic to ceclor as a baby i am 27 and was prescribed penicillin. is it ok to take it? my pharmacist seemed worried so now i am scared

Accepted Answer

Pharmacist is right: To be extra cautious, you can still not be allergic to penicillin, or even ceclor, as with some people drug allergies wane with time, even if it was a true allergic reaction, but most of the time it is just a rash, ceclor is known for it, or viral rash. At any rate, kindly ask your prescriber for an alternative, if none, and it is an absolute necessity, see an allergist for evaluation, good luck

Question 10

should i get a flu shot? i'm allergic to penicillin and ceclor...does that matter?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, get a flu shot... An allergy to penicillin and Ceclor will not affect your ability to get a flu shot. Who should not get a flu shot?
Have ever had a severe allergic reaction to eggs
have ever had a serious reaction to a previous flu shot
have ever had guillian-barré syndrome (a severe paralytic illness, also called gbs) after receiving influenza vaccine. 
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/qa/flush.

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What is the definition or description of: ceclor allergy?

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If allergic to bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) & ceclor, is allergy to all sulfa drugs & cephalosporins assumed?

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Can you take cefaclor if you have a penicillin allergy?

A member asked:

What is the definition or description of: cefaclor allergy?

A member asked:

Allergic to ceclor,sulfa as a baby. recently prescribed amox-severe reaction. could it just be allergy or something else?hiv?tested-7mos post risk

A member asked:

What class of drug is cefaclor - an amphetamine or narcoticor or neither ?

A member asked:

My son is getting over otitis (5th day cefaclor) and is still complaining of a mild headache everyday when going to school (new school, hes not much into). how can i tell of its illness realated or stress due to classes?

A member asked:

8 years old in day 5 of ceclor for sinusitis/otitis. after starting atb hes complaining of a mild headache that is there in the morning and goes all day. he also complains of pain when coughing. i read abt headache red flags and am worried?

A member asked:

I was allergic to ceclor as a baby i am 27 and was prescribed penicillin. is it ok to take it? my pharmacist seemed worried so now i am scared

A member asked:

Should i get a flu shot? i'm allergic to penicillin and ceclor...does that matter?

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