Omnicef

Utilised to manage systemic bacterial infections to alleviate clinical pain and support cellular recovery.

Dosage

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You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Omnicef, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Omnicef vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Omnicef details

Conditions: Bacterial Infections · Acute Otitis Media · Bronchitis
Alternative names: cefdinir
Therapeutic class: Third-Generation Cephalosporin
Pharmacological class: Beta-Lactam Antibiotic
Minor side effects: diarrhoea; nausea; headache
Moderate side effects: vaginal thrush; abdominal pain; skin rash
Dosage forms: Capsule
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: AbbVie
Onset Time: 1–2 hours
Duration: 12–24 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions: Iron Supplements; Antacids; Probenecid
Age restrictions: Approved for infants over six months, children, and adults.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: TGA Category B: Generally safe. Breastfeeding: Clinically compatible.

Contraindications

severe hypersensitivity to cephalosporins; history of severe penicillin anaphylaxis

Serious side effects

pseudomembranous colitis, requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

utilised to manage systemic bacterial infections to alleviate clinical pain and support cellular recovery.

Mechanism of action

Blocks active peptidoglycan cross-linking inside growing bacterial cell walls, inducing osmotic lysis of pathogens.

Omnicef is the originator brand name, made by AbbVie. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with AbbVie.

The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Cefdinir is offered.
The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
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