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Cefdinir – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: MINOCET

Strength: 300 mg | Form: Capsules

Price in UAE: AED 54.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Cefdinir

Class: | Cephalosporin antibiotic Use: | Treatment of bacterial infections including respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and otitis media Adult dose: | 300 mg orally every 12 hours for 5 to 10 days, depending on the infection Pediatric dose: | 14 mg/kg/day divided into two doses for children aged 6 months to 12 years, not to exceed 600 mg/day Side effects: | Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, rash Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to cefdinir or other

Drug Class

Cephalosporin antibiotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of bacterial infections including respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and otitis media

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Tabuk Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Co., SAUDI ARABIA

Package Size

10’s HDPE Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 54.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

300 mg orally every 12 hours for 5 to 10 days, depending on the infection

Pediatric Dose

14 mg/kg/day divided into two doses for children aged 6 months to 12 years, not to exceed 600 mg/day

Side Effects

Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, rash

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to cefdinir or other cephalosporins; caution in patients with a history of penicillin allergy

Important Warnings

Risk of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea; may cause allergic reactions; monitor renal function in patients with renal impairment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Cefdinir available in UAE pharmacies:

AZORD 125 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension AZORD 125 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension AZORD 300 mg Capsules ICONIR 125 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension ICONIR 125 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension MINOCET 125 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension MINOCET 125 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension MINOCET 300 mg Capsules OMNICEF 125 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension OMNICEF 125 mg/5ml Powder For Oral Suspension

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See also: Other Cephalosporin antibiotic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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