Cefidyn 200MG

Composition

Cefdinir 200 mg

Uses of Cefidyn 200MG

Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections (pharyngitis/tonsillitis, sinusitis, acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis), community-acquired pneumonia, otitis media, and uncomplicated skin/soft tissue infections.

• •Treats bacterial throat/sinus infections
• •Helps in bronchitis and community-acquired pneumonia
• •Treats ear infections
• •Effective for skin and soft tissue infections

How it works

Cefdinir is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, leading to cell lysis and death of susceptible bacteria.

Directions for use

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects

Common side effects of Cefidyn 200MG may include:

• •Diarrhoea
• •nausea
• •vomiting
• •abdominal pain
• •headache
• •rash
• •dizziness

Warnings & precautions

Use only for bacterial infections; not effective for viral illnesses. Do not use if allergic to cefdinir/cephalosporins; use caution with penicillin allergy. Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease. Antibiotic-associated diarrhoea (including C. difficile) can occur—seek medical help for severe/persistent diarrhoea. Use with caution in history of colitis. May cause reddish stools when taken with iron.