Omnicef Oral
In Depth
- Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Drug Images
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
Omnicef Oral Precautions
Before taking cefdinir, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to penicillins or other cephalosporin antibiotics (e.g., cephalexin); or if you have any other allergies.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- kidney disease
- intestinal disease (colitis)
This medicine contains sugar which may increase blood sugar levels if you have diabetes. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Kidney function declines as you grow older. This medication is removed by the kidneys. Therefore, elderly people may be more sensitive to this drug.
This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
This drug does not pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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