Cefdinir

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Sep 08, 2022

Drug Details

Generic Name:

Cefdinir

Common Brands:

Omnicef (now discontinued)

Availability:

By prescription

Therapeutic Class:

Cephalosporin antibiotic

Forms:

Capsules, oral suspension

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Antibiotic therapy for infections of the respiratory tract (pneumonia or chronic bronchitis caused by bacteria), throat (tonsillitis, strep throat), sinuses (sinusitis), middle ear (otitis media), and skin.

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance

Cefdinir Drug Class

Cefdinir (sef-dih-neer) is a cephalosporin antibiotic.

Cefdinir Age Range

Cefdinir is approved for use in adults and children 6 months of age and older.

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