Ridicef

Ridicef is indicated in

• Community Acquired Pneumonia,
• Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Bronchitis,
• Acute Maxillary Sinusitis,
• Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis,
• Acute Bacterial Otitis Media and
• Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections.

The total daily dose for all infections is 600 mg. The dosage schedule is given in the following:

• Type of infection
• Dosage
• Duration
• Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Bronchitis
• 300  mg two times daily or 600 mg once daily
• 5 to 10 days
• Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis
• Acute Bacterial Otitis Media
• Acute Maxillary Sinusitis
• 300 mg two times daily or 600 mg once daily
• 10 days
• Community Acquired Pneumonia
• 300mg two times daily
• 10 days
• Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections

Powder for Oral Suspension: The total daily dose for all infections is 14 mg/kg body weight up to a maximum dose of 600 mg per day. The dosage schedule of oral suspension for pediatric patients as follows:

• Type of infection
• Dosage
• Duration
• Acute Bacterial Otitis Media
• 7mg/kg two times or 14 mg/kg once daily
• 5 to 10 days
• Phayngitis/Tonsilitis
• Acute Maxillary Sinusitis
• 7mg/kg two times or14 mg/kg once daily
• 10 days
• Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections
• 7mg/kg two times daily
• 10 days

Direction for Reconstitution of Powder for Suspension: Shake the bottle well so that powder does not clog. Add 40 ml (8 x 5 ml spoonful) boiled and cooled water with the provided 5ml spoon to the bottle. Shake well until all powder is dispersed. Reconstituted suspension should be used within 10 days of preparation if kept at room  temperature or within 14 days if kept in a refrigerator. Shake the bottle well before use.

Cefdinir is a semisynthetic third generation oral cephalosporin antibotic. It has a broad spectrum bactericidal activity against a wide range of common pathogens, including b-lactamase producing strains like Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, E. coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Proteus mirabilis. As with other cephalosporins, bactericidal activity of Cefexta results from inhibition of cell wall synthesis.

Common side effects are Diarrhea, Vaginal moniliasis, Nausea & Vomiting, Headache, Rash etc.

Cefdinir is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics.

Ridicef, as with other broad-spectrum antibiotics, should be prescribed with caution in individuals with a history of colitis. In patients with transient or persistent renal insufficiency (creatinine clearance <30 ml/min), the total daily dose of Ridicef should be reduced.

Its pregnancy category is B. But there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. This drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. After administration of single 600 mg doses Cefdinir was not detected in the breast milk.

Antacids: Ridicef should be taken at least 2 hours interval of antacid administration.

Iron supplement: Ridicef should be taken at least 2 hours interval of iron supplement administration.

Probencid: It inhibits the renal excretion of Ridicef.

Store at room temperature and protect from light. After reconstitution the suspension can be used within 7 days if kept at room temperature and within 14 days if kept in refrigerator (2-8°C). Always keep the bottle tightly closed.

What is the price of Ridicef 125 mg/5 ml in Bangladesh (BD)?

Ridicef 125 mg/5 ml price in Bangladesh is ৳175 per bottle. Prices may vary by pharmacy and are updated regularly on this page.

What is Ridicef used for?

Ridicef is indicated in- Community Acquired Pneumonia, Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Bronchitis, Acute Maxillary Sinusitis, Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis, Acute Bacterial Otitis Media and Uncomplicated Skin and Skin…

Is Ridicef an antibiotic?

Yes, Ridicef is an antibiotic. Antibiotics should only be taken on a doctor's advice and the full course should be completed even if symptoms improve early.