Omnicef
Utilized to relieve secondary bacterial infections to alleviate fever and inflammation.
Strengths: 300mg
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Medicine details
- Therapeutic class
Cephalosporin antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
Cephalosporin
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
- Precautions and warnings
complete the full course of treatment; may cause stools to appear red
- Minor side effects
diarrhoea; nausea; headache
- Moderate side effects
rash; abdominal pain
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
AbbVie
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at controlled room temperature.
- Drug interactions
antacids; iron supplements
- Age restrictions
Weight-based dosing applies for paediatric use.
Serious side effects
pseudomembranous colitis — requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Utilized to relieve secondary bacterial infections to alleviate fever and inflammation.
Mechanism of action
This medicine acts by inhibiting cell wall synthesis, causing bacterial death by binding to essential penicillin-binding proteins in susceptible microorganisms.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Considered safe but consult physician. Breastfeeding: Consult physician.
Omnicef
Utilized to relieve secondary bacterial infections to alleviate fever and inflammation.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Cefdinir
- Listed indication(s): Community-acquired Pneumonia, Acute Bacterial Otitis Media, Pharyngitis
Available option
- 30 tablets - 300 mg654-300-mg-1331