It belongs to a class of antibiotics called cephalosporins
Oral Bioavailability Maximal plasma cefdinir concentrations occur 2 to 4 hours postdose following capsule or suspension administration
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Cefdinir is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body
OMNICEF Capsules, containing 300 mg cefdinir, as lavender and turquoise capsules imprinted with the product name, are available as follows: 60 Capsules/Bottle
Acute maxillary sinusitis: 6 months through 12 years: 7 mg/kg orally every 12 hours or 14 mg/kg orally every 24 hours
Cefdinir belongs to a group of medications called third generation cephalosporins
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In adults given the 250 mg/5 mL oral suspension with a
Keep taking Omnicef (cefdinir capsules) as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well
Diarrhea, headache, or nausea may occur
Cefdinir (Omnicef) and amoxicillin (Amoxil) are two antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections
Effect of Food
It belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporin antibiotics
Diarrhea is the most common side effect, with about 15% of people affected, but it generally resolves after you stop the medicine
In adults given the 250 mg/5 mL oral suspension with a high-fat meal, the C max and AUC of cefdinir are reduced by 44% and 33%, respectively
• Pediatric population, older than 6 months : The recommended daily dosage for children is 7 mg/kg twice daily
The C max and AUC of cefdinir from the capsules are reduced by 16% and 10%, respectively, when given with a high-fat meal
In adults given the 250 mg/5 mL oral suspension with a high-fat meal, the C max and AUC of cefdinir are reduced by 44% and 33%, respectively
This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic