Rinicef 300mg Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and some sexually transmitted diseases.

Rinicef 300mg Capsule is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Rinicef Capsule

Bacterial infections

Benefits of Rinicef Capsule

In Bacterial infections

Rinicef 300mg Capsule works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Rinicef Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Rinicef

Nausea
Diarrhea
Headache
Vaginal moniliasis
Abdominal pain
Vaginal inflammation
Protein in urine
Increased gamma-glutamyltransferase
High lymphocyte count
Lymphocytopenia
Microhematuria
Increased urine leukocytes

How to use Rinicef Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Rinicef 300mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Rinicef 300mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Rinicef 300mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Rinicef 300mg Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Rinicef 300mg Capsule, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

UNSAFE

Rinicef 300mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Rinicef 300mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rinicef 300mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Rinicef 300mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rinicef 300mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Rinicef 300mg Capsule to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Rinicef 300mg Capsule and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule as it may cause increased side effects.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation

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FAQs

Is Rinicef 300mg Capsule effective?

Rinicef 300mg Capsule is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Rinicef 300mg Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Can I drink milk while taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule?

Yes, you may drink milk while taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule. In fact, you must not take Rinicef 300mg Capsule on an empty stomach and take it with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. If stomach upset occurs, please consult your doctor.

Can the use of Rinicef 300mg Capsule cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Rinicef 300mg Capsule can cause diarrhea. Rinicef 300mg Capsule is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria but can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

What if I forget to take a dose of Rinicef 300mg Capsule?

If you forget a dose of Rinicef 300mg Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

What should you avoid while taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule?

You must avoid antacids containing aluminum or magnesium, iron supplements, or multivitamins, while taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule. It is best to take these medicines at least 2 hours before or after taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule.

How long does Rinicef 300mg Capsule take to work?

Usually, Rinicef 300mg Capsule starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

What if I do not get better after using Rinicef 300mg Capsule?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Rinicef 300mg Capsule before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. Still, you need to take this medicine for the prescribed duration to gain maximum benefit from the medicine.

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