Maclor Tablet Information

Maclor Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Ear Infection, Sinusitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Maclor Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Maclor Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Maclor Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Maclor Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Maclor Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Maclor Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Maclor Tablet related warnings section.

The section on Maclor Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Maclor Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Maclor Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Maclor Benefits & Uses
Maclor Dosage & How to Take
Maclor Side Effects
Maclor Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Maclor with Other Drugs
Maclor Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Maclor
Maclor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Maclor Tablet Benefits & Uses

Maclor Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)

Other Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Tonsillitis
Throat Infection
Pneumonia

Maclor Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Maclor Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Maclor Tablet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Maclor in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Maclor Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Maclor.

Safe
What is the effect of Maclor Tablet on the Kidneys?

Maclor may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Maclor Tablet on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Maclor on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Maclor Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Maclor without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Maclor Tablet with Other Drugs

Maclor Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Probenecid

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Furosemide

Maclor Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Maclor Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Maclor Tablet

Is this Maclor Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Maclor Tablet is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Maclor Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Maclor Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Maclor Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Maclor Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Maclor Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Maclor Tablet

Taking Maclor Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Maclor Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Maclor Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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