Rinicef 300mg Capsule 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. Rinicef 300mg Capsule does not work against infections caused by a virus such as flu or a common cold.

Rinicef 300mg Capsule 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 Rinicef 300mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Rinicef 300mg Capsule 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 Rinicef 300mg Capsule 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 Rinicef 300mg Capsule, cephalosporin antibiotics or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule. Rinicef 300mg Capsule is not recommended for babies below six months of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if alert, as the Rinicef 300mg Capsule may cause dizziness. You are advised to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule and antacids containing aluminium, magnesium, iron supplements and multivitamins containing iron. These may reduce the body's absorption of Rinicef 300mg Capsule by the body.

Rinicef 300mg Capsule contains Cefdinir, a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat several bacterial infections. Cefdinir is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damaging the bacterial cell wall and killing bacteria.

• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Vomiting
• Rash
• Headache
• Vaginal itching or discharge

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Rinicef 300mg Capsule, cephalosporin antibiotics, or other medicines. If you have kidney problems or inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule. Rinicef 300mg Capsule is not recommended for babies below six months of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if alert, as the Rinicef 300mg Capsule may cause dizziness. You are recommended to complete the entire course of Rinicef 300mg Capsule as your doctor prescribes for effective results. Rinicef 300mg Capsule may interact with specific tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and Coomb's test, giving false-positive results. Therefore, inform your doctor that you are taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule before undergoing any tests. You are advised to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule and antacids containing aluminium, magnesium, iron supplements and multivitamins containing iron. These may reduce the body's absorption of Rinicef 300mg Capsule by the body.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Rinicef 300mg Capsule may interact with drugs used to lower high uric acid levels (probenecid).

Drug-Food Interaction: Rinicef 300mg Capsule should be taken 2 hours before or after taking foods containing iron or antacids containing magnesium or aluminium, which may affect Rinicef 300mg Capsule effectiveness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have kidney problems or inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule.

• PROBENECID

• Take probiotics after completing the entire course of Rinicef 300mg Capsule to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.
• Certain fermented foods like cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
• Include fibre-rich foods, which can be easily digested by your gut bacteria and help stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as brown rice and whole-grain bread should be included in your diet.
• Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule.
• Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase adverse effects.

• If you are about to undergo any blood or urine tests, inform your doctor that you are taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule as it may interfere with the urine test (for sugar) and Coomb’s test (for blood test).

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infections. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains, and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever and tiredness.