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Cefdinir
💊 Used for: Respiratory infections, otitis media, skin infections
Formulation
Suspension
125mg/5ml
Dose Range
14–14 mg/kg
Max Daily
14 mg/kg
Frequency
Once or twice daily
Max Single
600 mg
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 125mg/5ml
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 70–70 mg | 2.8–2.8 ml | ≤ 70 mg |
| 6 kg | 84–84 mg | 3.4–3.4 ml | ≤ 84 mg |
| 7 kg | 98–98 mg | 3.9–3.9 ml | ≤ 98 mg |
| 8 kg | 112–112 mg | 4.5–4.5 ml | ≤ 112 mg |
| 9 kg | 126–126 mg | 5.0–5.0 ml | ≤ 126 mg |
| 10 kg | 140–140 mg | 5.6–5.6 ml | ≤ 140 mg |
| 12 kg | 168–168 mg | 6.7–6.7 ml | ≤ 168 mg |
| 15 kg | 210–210 mg | 8.4–8.4 ml | ≤ 210 mg |
| 18 kg | 252–252 mg | 10.1–10.1 ml | ≤ 252 mg |
| 20 kg | 280–280 mg | 11.2–11.2 ml | ≤ 280 mg |
| 25 kg | 350–350 mg | 14.0–14.0 ml | ≤ 350 mg |
| 30 kg | 420–420 mg | 16.8–16.8 ml | ≤ 420 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Monitor for allergic reactions
- •May cause false positive Coombs test
Possible Side Effects
- •Diarrhea
- •Nausea
- •Abdominal pain
- •Skin rash
- •Headache
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