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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.