Generic Name: loracarbef (lor a KAR bef)
Brand Names: Lorabid, Lorabid Pulvules
What is Lorabid Pulvules (loracarbef)?
Loracarbef is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in your body.
Loracarbef is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria.
Loracarbef may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Lorabid Pulvules (loracarbef)?
Do not take this medication if you are allergic to loracarbef, or to similar antibiotics, such as Ceftin, Cefzil, Duricef, Fortaz, Keflex, Omnicef, Spectracef, Suprax, and others.
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs (especially penicillin).
Take this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. Loracarbef will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Lorabid Pulvules (loracarbef)?
Do not take this medication if you are allergic to loracarbef or to any cephalosporin antibiotic, such as:
cefadroxil (Duricef);
cefdinir (Omnicef);
cefditoren (Spectracef);
cefixime (Suprax);
cefprozil (Cefzil);
ceftazidime (Fortaz);
cefuroxime (Ceftin);
cephalexin (Keflex); and others.
Before taking loracarbef, tell your doctor if you have:
kidney disease;
a history of intestinal problems (especially colitis); or
are allergic to any drugs, especially penicillins.
If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take loracarbef.
FDA pregnancy category B. This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether loracarbef passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
The liquid form of loracarbef may contain sucrose (sugar). Talk to your doctor before using this form of loracarbef if you have diabetes.
How should I take Lorabid Pulvules (loracarbef)?
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. Take loracarbef on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Shake the suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose. To be sure you get the correct dose, measure the liquid with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one. Take loracarbef for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. Loracarbef will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.
Contact your doctor if your infection does not improve or if your symptoms get worse.
Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Throw away any unused liquid medication that is older than 14 days.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the medication as soon as you remember the missed dose. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.
Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and diarrhea.
What should I avoid while taking Lorabid Pulvules (loracarbef)?
Avoid using antacids within 1 hour before or after taking loracarbef. Antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb loracarbef.
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to.
Lorabid Pulvules (loracarbef) side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
diarrhea that is watery or bloody;
seizure (convulsions);
fever, sore throat, and joint pain with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash;
easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness; or
skin rash, bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness.
Less serious side effects may include:
mild itching or skin rash;
mild nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite;
warmth, redness, or tingling under your skin;
headache;
dizziness, drowsiness; or
vaginal itching or discharge.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.
What other drugs will affect Lorabid Pulvules (loracarbef)?
Before you take loracarbef, tell your doctor if you are also taking:
probenecid (Benemid); or
a diuretic (water pill) such as amiloride (Midamor, Moduretic), furosemide (Lasix), hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ, HydroDiuril, Hyzaar, Lopressor, Vasoretic, Zestoretic), metolazone (Mykrox, Zarxolyn), spironolactone (Aldactazide, Aldactone), triamterene (Dyrenium, Maxzide, Dyazide), and others.
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with loracarbef. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start taking a new medication without telling your doctor.
More Lorabid Pulvules resources
- Lorabid Pulvules Side Effects (in more detail)
- Lorabid Pulvules Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
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- Lorabid Pulvules Drug Interactions
- Lorabid Pulvules Support Group
- 0 Reviews for Lorabid Pulvules - Add your own review/rating
- Lorabid Pulvules Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information
- Lorabid Prescribing Information (FDA)
- Lorabid Monograph (AHFS DI)
- Lorabid MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)
Compare Lorabid Pulvules with other medications
- Bladder Infection
- Bronchitis
- Impetigo
- Kidney Infections
- Otitis Media
- Pneumonia
- Sinusitis
- Skin Infection
- Strep Throat
- Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Where can I get more information?
- Your pharmacist can provide more information about loracarbef.
See also: Lorabid Pulvules side effects (in more detail)
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