CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS
About CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS
CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS belongs to a class of medication called antibiotics used to treat several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, blood, 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. CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS does not work against infections caused by the virus.
CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS is a combination of two drugs: Cefdinir (antibiotic) and Lactobacillus (probiotic). Cefdinir belongs to the class of antibiotics 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. Lactobacillus belongs to the probiotics class (live micro-organisms that keeps the body healthy) to restore good bacteria in the intestines. Thereby, it prevents diarrhoea and loss of beneficial bacteria due to the prolonged intake of CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS.
Take CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. You may experience diarrhoea, nausea, stomach pain, gas, bloating or headache in some cases. Most of these side effects of CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS 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 CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS, penicillins, cephalosporin antibiotics or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS. CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS 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 CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS may cause dizziness. You are advised to maintain a time gap of minimum 2 hours between taking CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS and antacids containing aluminium, magnesium, iron supplements and multivitamins containing iron as these may reduce the absorption of CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS by the body.
Uses of CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS
Medicinal Benefits
CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS is a combination of two drugs: Cefdinir and Lactobacillus used to treat 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. Lactobacillus is a probiotic (live micro-organisms that keeps the body healthy) that helps to restore good bacteria in the intestines. Thereby, it prevents diarrhoea and loss of beneficial bacteria due to the prolonged intake of CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Gas
- Bloating
- Headache
Patients Concern
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 multiple 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.
FAQs
CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS contains Cefdinir and Lactobacillus. Cefdinir is an antibiotic that works by interfering 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. Lactobacillus is a probiotic (live micro-organisms that keeps the body healthy) that helps to restore good bacteria in the intestines. Thereby, it prevents diarrhoea and loss of beneficial bacteria due to the prolonged intake of CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS.
CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists, worsens, or notices blood or mucus in stools, avoid taking CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS and consult a doctor immediately.
You are not recommended to take CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS with probenecid (used to lower high uric acid levels). It may increase the levels of CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS in blood and increase the risk of adverse effects such as diarrhoea, kidney problems, vomiting and nausea. However, please consult your doctor before taking CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS with other medicines.
CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS may interfere with urine test (for sugar) and Coomb’s test (blood test) giving false-positive results. Therefore, if you are about to undergo any laboratory tests, inform your doctor or lab technician that you are taking CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS.
CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS is not used to treat viral infections. CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS is an antibiotic which is used to treat only bacterial infections.
You are advised to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS and antacids containing aluminium and magnesium as they may reduce the absorption of CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS by the body. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with CEFDINIR+LACTOBACILLUS.