Cefdinir

Generic Name

cefdinir

Trade Name

Omnicef

Indication

treatment of skin infections, otitis media

Action

bactericidal, binds to bacterial cell wall causing cell death

Therapeutic Class

anti-infectives

Pharmacologic Class

Cephalosporin 2nd generations

Nursing Considerations

contraindicated in cephalosporin and possibly penicillin allergies

may need lead to seizures, pseudomembranous colitis, diarrhea, phlebitis at IV site, anaphylaxis

Assess infection and allergies

obtain cultures prior to therapy

monitor bowel function

monitor for bleeding

may lead to super infection