Cefdinir is often prescribed to treat common bacterial infections, such as middle ear infections, sinus infections, tonsillitis, and bronchitis. The medication is part of a class of drugs called cephalosporins. It works by preventing bacteria from making and maintaining their cell wall (which they need to survive). Cefdinir is available in capsule or liquid form, and is generally taken once or twice a day.
Cefdinir (
Omnicef®) is a prescription antibiotic that is licensed to treat a number of common bacterial infections.
What Is Cefdinir Used For?
Some infections that cefdinir is used to treat include:
- Bronchitis
- Middle ear infection (otitis media)
- Sinus infection (sinusitis)
- Pneumonia
- Skin infection (cellulitis)
- Tonsillitis
- Throat infection (strep throat).
Cefdinir is not effective against any infection caused by a virus, such as the flu,
stomach flu, or
common cold.
Cefdinir is part of a class of drugs called cephalosporins. It prevents bacteria from making and maintaining their cell wall. Without a cell wall, bacteria are vulnerable and ultimately perish.
By affecting the cell wall of bacteria, cefdinir helps stop bacteria from thriving and causing infection in the body.
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