Cefdinir Granules (Cefdinir)

Child dose

Children: Administer cefdinir orally at a daily dose of 9 ∼ 18 mg (potency) per kg of body weight in 3 divided doses. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms.

This medicine should not be used in patients who have previously experienced shock due to this medication. It also should not be administered to patients who have had allergic reactions to this drug, its ingredients, or cefem antibiotics. This medicine contains lactose, so it should not be used in patients with genetic disorders that prevent lactose digestion. Patients allergic to penicillin antibiotics should use this medication cautiously, and those with allergic dispositions should also exercise caution. For patients with severely impaired kidney function, the concentration of this drug may increase, requiring adjustments in dosage and administration intervals. Patients who have difficulty swallowing, poor general condition, the elderly, or those with a history of colitis should also use this medicine with caution. While using this medicine, severe side effects such as shock, anaphylaxis, severe skin reactions, blood abnormalities, pseudomembranous colitis, interstitial pneumonia, renal failure, and liver dysfunction may rarely occur; thus, symptoms should be closely monitored. If any abnormal symptoms occur, administration should be stopped immediately and appropriate treatment should be given. This medicine should only be used for the minimum required duration to prevent the emergence of resistant organisms, and skin reaction tests are advised to prevent hypersensitivity reactions. If hypersensitivity reactions occur, administration should be stopped immediately, and appropriate treatment must be initiated. Antibiotic use may cause colitis, so if abdominal pain or diarrhea develops, patients should consult their physician immediately. When taken with iron supplements, antacids, warfarin, etc., the effectiveness of this medication may be reduced, or side effects may increase; therefore, patients should avoid concurrent dosing times or consult their physician. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should only use this medicine cautiously when necessary, and special attention is needed for children and the elderly. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and convulsions may occur, and in severe cases, dialysis may be necessary. This medicine may affect certain test results, so patients should inform test personnel of this fact during examinations. This medicine should be kept out of the reach of children and stored in a cool, dry place avoiding direct sunlight and moisture.

• Shock
• discomfort
• oral dysesthesia
• wheezing
• dizziness
• feces
• tinnitus
• sweating
• shortness of breath
• generalized flushing

This medicine should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air and light. It should also be kept in a place that avoids high humidity, with a recommended storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

This medicine is a pink granule with flavoring and sweetening.

Package unit

100g/bottle