Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S
About Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S
Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S belongs to a class of medication called 'antibiotics' used to treat several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, bones and joints, heart, lungs, brain, chest, ears, skin or soft tissues. The bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiple very quickly. Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S does not work against infections caused by a virus such as flu or a common cold.
Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S contains 'Cefdinir' a cephalosporin antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.
Take Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, rash, headache or vaginal itching or discharge. Most of these side effects of Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S, cephalosporin antibiotics or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S. Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S is not recommended for babies below 6 months of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert as Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S may cause dizziness. You are advised to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S and antacids containing aluminium, magnesium, iron supplements and multivitamins containing iron. These may reduce the absorption of Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S by the body.
Uses of Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S
Medicinal Benefits
Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S contains Cefdinir a cephalosporin antibiotic used in the treatment of several bacterial infections. Cefdinir is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.
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Side Effects of Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S, cephalosporin antibiotics or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney problems or inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S. Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S is not recommended for babies below 6 months of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert as Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S may cause dizziness. You are recommended to complete the full course of Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S may interact with specific tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and coomb’s test, giving false-positive results. Therefore, inform your doctor that you are taking Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S before undergoing any tests. You are advised to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S and antacids containing aluminium, magnesium, iron supplements and multivitamins containing iron. These may reduce the absorption of Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S by the body.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S may interact with drugs used to lower high uric acid levels (probenecid).
Drug-Food Interaction: Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S should be taken 2 hours before or after taking foods containing iron, antacids containing magnesium or aluminium, which may affect Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S effectiveness.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have kidney problems or inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S.
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If you are about to undergo any blood or urine tests, inform your doctor that you are taking Cefrine 300Mg Capsule 10'S as it may interfere with urine test (for sugar) and Coomb’s test (blood test).
Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell wall) or gram-negative (do not have cell wall). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains, and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever and tiredness.