Cefrine Syrup belongs to a class of medication called 'antibiotics' used to treat several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, bones and joints, heart, lungs, brain, chest, ears, skin or soft tissues. Bacterial infection is when harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Cefrine Syrup does not work against infections caused by a virus such as flu or a common cold.
Cefrine Syrup contains Cefdinir, a cephalosporin antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. This damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.
Take Cefrine Syrup as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Cefrine Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, rash, headache or vaginal itching or discharge. Most of these side effects of Cefrine Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Cefrine Syrup, cephalosporin antibiotics or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Cefrine Syrup. Cefrine Syrup is not recommended for babies below six months of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if alert, as the Cefrine Syrup may cause dizziness. You are advised to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking Cefrine Syrup and antacids containing aluminium, magnesium, iron supplements and multivitamins containing iron. These may reduce the body's absorption of Cefrine Syrup by the body.