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Omnicef and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Omnicef (cefdinir).

Moderate

Multivitamins With Minerals Cefdinir

Moderate Drug Interaction

Cefdinir and multivitamin with minerals should not be taken orally at the same time. Products that contain iron may interfere with the absorption of cefdinir and reduce its effectiveness. You should take cefdinir either 2 hours before or 2 hours after the multivitamin with minerals dose. Contact your doctor if you have reddish stools (which may indicate occurrence of the interaction) or your infection worsens. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

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Omnicef drug interactions

There are 61 drug interactions with Omnicef (cefdinir).

Omnicef disease interactions

There are 7 disease interactions with Omnicef (cefdinir) which include:

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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