Omnapil 100 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Omnapil 100 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Omnapil 100 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Omnapil 100 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Omnapil 100 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Omnapil 100 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Omnapil 100 Tablet related warnings talks about Omnapil 100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Omnapil 100 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Omnapil 100 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Omnapil 100 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Omnapil 100 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Omnapil 100 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Omnapil 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Omnapil in pregnant women.
Is the use of Omnapil 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Omnapil is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Omnapil 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Omnapil rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Omnapil 100 Tablet on the Liver?
Omnapil is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Omnapil 100 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Omnapil for the heart.
Omnapil 100 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Omnapil 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omnapil 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Omnapil 100 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Omnapil 100 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Omnapil 100 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Omnapil 100 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omnapil 100 Tablet
You can take Omnapil 100 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omnapil 100 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Omnapil 100 Tablet.
Yes, Omnapil can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Discontinuing Omnapil in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Omnapil and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Omnapil is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Omnapil works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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