Omnicef

Flare-ups of Chronic Bronchitis

300 milligrams every 12 hours for 5 to 10 days or 600 milligrams once a day for 10 days.

Throat and Tonsil Infections

300 milligrams every 12 hours for 5 to 10 days or 600 milligrams once a day for 10 days.

Pneumonia

300 milligrams every 12 hours for 10 days.

Sinus Infections

300 milligrams every 12 hours or 600 milligrams once a day for 10 days.

Skin Infections

300 milligrams every 12 hours for 10 days.

CHILDREN

For children 6 months through 12 years old, the dose of Omnicef Suspension is based on body weight. The suspension contains 125 milligrams per teaspoonful. Dosage should never exceed 600 milligrams daily.

Middle Ear Infections

7 milligrams per 2.2 pounds every 12 hours for 5 to 10 days or 14 milligrams per 2.2 pounds once a day for 10 days.

Throat and Tonsil Infections

7 milligrams per 2.2 pounds every 12 hours for 5 to 10 days or 14 milligrams per 2.2 pounds once a day for 10 days.

Sinus Infections

7 milligrams per 2.2 pounds every 12 hours or 14 milligrams per 2.2 pounds once a day for 10 days.

Skin Infections

7 milligrams per 2.2 pounds every 12 hours for 10 days.

If you have kidney problems, your doctor will lower the dosage.

Overdosage

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.