Omnapil 100 Dry Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Omnapil Benefits & Uses

Omnapil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Omnapil Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Omnapil Related Warnings

Is the use of Omnapil safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Omnapil safely.

Safe
Is the use of Omnapil safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Omnapil.

Safe
What is the effect of Omnapil on the Kidneys?

Omnapil has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Omnapil on the Liver?

Omnapil is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Omnapil on the Heart?

You can take Omnapil without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Omnapil with Other Drugs

Omnapil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Omnapil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Omnapil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Omnapil

Is this Omnapil habit forming or addictive?

Omnapil is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Omnapil. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Omnapil only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Omnapil for mental disorders.

No

Omnapil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Omnapil

Taking Omnapil with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Omnapil

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Omnapil with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Omnapil

Question over 5 years ago

What is Omnapil?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I buy Omnapil over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Omnapil over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Omnapil cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Omnapil with doxycyclin?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Omnapil and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Omnapil on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

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.