Omnicef Medication - Uses & Side Effects

CEFDINIR (Omnicef®) is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It treats many kinds of infections including those of the skin, respiratory tract, sinuses, ears, and urinary tract. Generic cefdinir capsules are not available. Omnicef is a member of the family of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.

Omnicef Dosage

• For adults and adolescents 13 years and over, the maximum daily dose is 600 milligrams, regardless of the infection under treatment.

Uses of Omnicef

• It is used to treat mild to moderate infections, including: Acute flare-ups of chronic bronchitis, Middle ear infections (otitis media), Throat and tonsil infections (pharyngitis/tonsillitis), Pneumonia, Sinus infections, Skin infections.
• Omnicef may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
  

Side Effects of Omnicef

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Omnicef. Side effects may include:

• Diarrhea
• nausea
• vaginal infection
• rash

Warnings and precautions before taking Omnicef :

• Use Omnicef with caution if you suffer from colitis (inflammation of the bowel). Omnicef has been known to cause colitis. If you develop symptoms such as diarrhea while taking Omnicef, notify your doctor.
• The use of an antibiotic to kill one type of germ can sometimes promote the growth of other germs that are resistant to the drug. If a new infection (called a superinfection) occurs, alert your doctor. You may need to take a different antibiotic.
• If you suffer from seizures, use Omnicef with caution. If you have a seizure while using Omnicef, stop taking it and call your doctor immediately.
• Omnicef suspension contains 2.86 grams of sugar per teaspoonful. If a child is diabetic, this could cause an increase in blood sugar levels.

Drug Interaction :- If Omnicef is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Omnicef with the following:

• Antacids such as Maalox and Mylanta
  
• Iron supplements
  
• Multivitamins containing iron
  
• Probenecid (Benemid)

Overdose

The effects of an Omnicef overdose are unknown, but overdoses of similar antibiotics produce abdominal pain, convulsions, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.