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Cefdinir Oral - Cefdinir - Oral Capsules Generic Drug

General Information

  • Below is miscellaneous information regarding Cefdinir Oral
  • Omnicef
  • SEFF-dih-neer


Usage Instructions

  • Take this medication by mouth with or without food, a directed.
  • Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
  • Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
  • Continue to use this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days.
  • Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.
  • Avoid taking antacids containing magnesium or aluminum, sucralfate, iron preparations or vitamin/mineral products within 2 hours of taking this medication.
  • These products may bind with the medicine and prevent its absorption.

Cefdinir Oral Miscellaneous Notes

  • This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
  • Do not use it later for another infection or give it to others.
  • A different medication may be needed in those cases.

Medicinal Applications

  • Cefdinir is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.

Cefdinir Oral Storage Instructions

  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Read Before Using Cefdinir Oral (precautions)

  • Tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Overdose

  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Possible Side Effects

  • Diarrhea or nausea may occur.
  • If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
  • Report promptly.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions

  • Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially.