OMNICEF

Drug Title

Omnicef (Cefdinir)

Drug Uses
 
Omnicef is a semi synthetic cephalosporin antibiotic that is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the middle ear (otitis media), tonsils (tonsillitis), throat, larynx (laryngitis), bronchi (bronchitis), lungs (pneumonia), and skin and other soft tissues.

How it is taken

Omnicef can be taken by mouth with or without food. The best way to use the drug is as recommended by your doctor. Here is the suggested dosage schedule for various age groups and infections.

300 mg every 12 hours or 600 mg per day for 5-10 days for adult infections (depends on the severity of the infection)

7 mg/kg every 12 hours or 14 mg/kg per day for 5-10 days for children 6 months to 12 years of age (depends on the severity of the infection)

Drug Class & Mechanism

Omnicef is a semi synthetic cephalosporin antibiotic that is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the middle ear (otitis media), tonsils (tonsillitis), throat, larynx (laryngitis), bronchi (bronchitis), lungs (pneumonia), and skin and other soft tissues.

It works by breaking the formation of the cell wall of the bacteria and thereby prevents the bacteria from surviving.

Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Omnicef then you may take it as soon as you remember and adjust the remaining doses accordingly. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose then you may skip this dose and continue with the regular dosage. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Storage

Store it at room temperature (between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C) in an air tight container protecting it from direct exposure to light, heat and moisture. Keep away from pets and children.