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Omnicef Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Omnicef Plus 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 Plus. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Omnicef Plus side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Omnicef Plus normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Omnicef Plus is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Omnicef Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Omnicef Plus related warnings section.
Omnicef Plus is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Omnicef Plus contraindications section.
Additionally, Omnicef Plus may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Omnicef Plus is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Omnicef Plus is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Omnicef Plus safe for pregnant women?
Omnicef Plus can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Omnicef Plus right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Omnicef Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Omnicef Plus. If you see any side effects, stop taking Omnicef Plus immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Omnicef Plus again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Omnicef Plus on the Kidneys?
Omnicef Plus has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Omnicef Plus on the Liver?
Side effects of Omnicef Plus rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Omnicef Plus on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Omnicef Plus on the heart have been reported.
Omnicef Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Omnicef Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omnicef Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Omnicef Plus.
Interaction between Food and Omnicef Plus
Taking Omnicef Plus with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omnicef Plus
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Omnicef Plus as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Omnicef Plus is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Yes, Omnicef Plus is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Omnicef Plus 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.
Omnicef Plus 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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