Cefdinir is an antibiotic medication that belongs to the class of cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. Cefdinir is used to treat bacterial infections in different parts of the body, such as:

• Bronchitis (infection of the airway tubes leading to the lungs)
• Pneumonia
• Infections of the skin, ears, sinuses, throat, and tonsils.

It is important to note that antibiotics such as cefdinir will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. Cefdinir comes in the form of capsules and suspension (liquid) to take by mouth. It is usually taken with or without food every 12 or 24 hours for 5 to 10 days, depending on the condition being treated. It is important to take cefdinir exactly as directed by the doctor and to complete the full course of treatment, even if the symptoms improve after the first few doses.

Cefdinir may cause diarrhea, and in some cases, it can be severe. It is important not to take any medicine or give medicine to a child to treat diarrhea without first checking with a doctor, as diarrhea medicines may make the diarrhea worse or make it last longer. Before taking cefdinir, it is important to tell the doctor or pharmacist if there is an allergy to cefdinir or any other cephalosporin antibiotic, such as cefaclor, cefadroxil, cefazolin (Ancef, Kefzol), cefditoren (Spectracef), cefepime (Maxipime), cefixime, or penicillins. It is also important to inform the doctor or pharmacist of any other allergies and medical history, especially of kidney disease and intestinal disease (colitis).