Omnicef O 200 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Omnicef O Information

Omnicef O, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension,Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Omnicef O has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Omnicef O. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Omnicef O have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Omnicef O normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Omnicef O has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Omnicef O has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Omnicef O related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Omnicef O contraindications section.

Besides this, Omnicef O may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Omnicef O is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Omnicef O Benefits & Uses
Omnicef O Dosage & How to Take
Omnicef O Side Effects
Omnicef O Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Omnicef O with Other Drugs
Omnicef O Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Omnicef O
Omnicef O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Omnicef O Benefits & Uses

Omnicef O is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Omnicef O Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Omnicef O Related Warnings

Is the use of Omnicef O safe for pregnant women?

Omnicef O is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Omnicef O safe during breastfeeding?

Omnicef O is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Omnicef O on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Omnicef O on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Omnicef O on the Liver?

Omnicef O is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Omnicef O on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Omnicef O for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Omnicef O with Other Drugs

Omnicef O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Omnicef O Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Omnicef O unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Omnicef O

Is this Omnicef O habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Omnicef O is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Omnicef O. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Omnicef O only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Omnicef O is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Omnicef O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Omnicef O

Taking Omnicef O with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Omnicef O

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Omnicef O with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Omnicef O

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Omnicef O?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Omnicef O can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Omnicef O with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Omnicef O can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Omnicef O with doxycyclin?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Omnicef O and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Omnicef O?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Omnicef O can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Omnicef O over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Omnicef O over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.