Cefdinir Tablets
Developed to alleviate bacterial infections, this antibiotic is indicated to target microorganisms causing respiratory tract conditions and pharyngitis.
Strengths: 300mg
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Medicine details
- Therapeutic class
Cephalosporin antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
3rd generation cephalosporin
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
- Precautions and warnings
complete the full course; may affect stool consistency
- Minor side effects
diarrhoea; nausea; headache
- Moderate side effects
abdominal pain; vaginal candidiasis
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Onset Time
2–4 hours
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
antacids; iron supplements
- Age restrictions
Use as directed by a physician.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Consult a healthcare provider before use.
Serious side effects
pseudomembranous colitis — requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Developed to alleviate bacterial infections, this antibiotic is indicated to target microorganisms causing respiratory tract conditions and pharyngitis.
Mechanism of action
Cefdinir is a third-generation cephalosporin that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis. By binding to penicillin-binding proteins, it prevents the final cross-linking stage of peptidoglycan synthesis, resulting in bacterial cell death.
Cefdinir Tablets
Developed to alleviate bacterial infections, this antibiotic is indicated to target microorganisms causing respiratory tract conditions and pharyngitis.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Cefdinir
- Listed indication(s): Community-acquired Pneumonia, Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis, Pharyngitis
Available option
- 30 tablets - 300 mg1355-300-mg-16316