Combine Omnicef and Benadryl

Drug Interactions and Combined Side Effects of
Omnicef

and Benadryl

Combine Omnicef with Benadryl. To make a decision about taking Omnicef and Benadryl, click here for a Medication Risk Map showing their individual and Combined Risks

Omnicef and Benadryl have 56 combined Side Effects total
19 are Life Threatening
12 Occur Most Frequently

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Uses of Omnicef

Omnicef is also known by the generic name Cefdinir

USES:
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Uses of Benadryl

Benadryl is also known by the generic name Diphenhydramine Hcl

USES:
Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of allergy, hay fever and the common cold. These symptoms include rash, itching, watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat, cough, runny nose and sneezing. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting and dizziness caused by motion sickness. Diphenhydramine can also be used to help you relax and fall asleep.

This medication works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Its drying effects on such symptoms as watery eyes and runny nose are caused by blocking another natural substance made by your body (acetylcholine).

Cough-and-cold products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. Therefore, do not use this product to treat cold symptoms in children younger than 6 years unless specifically directed by the doctor. Some products (such as long-acting tablets/capsules) are not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details about using your product safely.

These products do not cure or shorten the length of the common cold and may cause serious side effects. To decrease the risk for serious side effects, carefully follow all dosage directions. Do not use this product to make a child sleepy. Do not give other cough-and-cold medication that might contain the same or similar ingredients (see also Drug Interactions section). Ask the doctor or pharmacist about other ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms (such as drinking enough fluids, using a humidifier or saline nose drops/spray).

Omnicef and Benadryl Combined Have 19 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects

Critcal Seriouosness - Acquired Decrease of All Cells in the Blood - Pancytopenia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Acquired Low Blood Count due to Destruction of Red Cells - Acquired Hemolytic Anemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Allergic Reaction causing Serum Sickness - Serum Sickness is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Aplastic Anemia due to Medication - Aplastic Anemia Secondary to Drugs is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Blood Disorder - Blood Dyscrasias is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Decreased Neutrophils a Type of White Blood Cell - Neutropenic Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Discharge from the Vagina - Vaginal Discharge is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Erythema Multiforme is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Extra Heartbeat - Extrasystoles is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Fit - Tonic Clonic Seizure is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Hallucination - Hallucinations is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Kidney Disease - Renal Disease is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Life Threatening Allergic Reaction - Anaphylaxis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Liver Problems - Disease of Liver is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Reaction due to an Allergy - Allergic Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Seizures - Seizure Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Severe Bloody Diarrhea from Antibiotics - Pseudomembranous Enterocolitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Benadryl and Omnicef combined

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Omnicef and Benadryl Combined have 12 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects

An Increase in the Thickness of Lung Secretions - Thick Bronchial Secretions is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

Diarrhea is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

Disorder of the Digestive System is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

Drowsiness - Drowsy is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

Feel Like Throwing Up - Nausea is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

Head Pain - Headache Disorder is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

Inflammation or Infection of Vagina - Vaginitis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

Rash - Skin Rash is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

Skin Infection due to a Candida Yeast - Cutaneous Candidiasis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

Stomach Cramps - Abdominal Pain with Cramps is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

Throwing Up - Vomiting is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

Yeast Infection of Vagina and Vulva - Vulvovaginal Candidiasis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Omnicef and Benadryl combined

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Omnicef and Benadryl Drug-Drug Interactions

There are no drug-drug interactions between Omnicef and Benadryl.

Omnicef has 2 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Omnicef.

Omnicef Oral Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriousness level)

Relative Contraindications

Pseudomembranous Enterocolitis - Severe Bloody Diarrhea from Antibiotics is a contraindication of Omnicef.

Contraindication Warnings

Severe Renal Disease - Serious Kidney Problems is a contraindication of Omnicef.

Benadryl has 9 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Benadryl.

Benadryl Oral Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriousness level)

Relative Contraindications

Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy - Enlarged Prostate is a contraindication of Benadryl.

Bladder Outflow Obstruction - Blockage of Urinary Bladder is a contraindication of Benadryl.

Chronic Idiopathic Constipation - Chronic Difficulty having a Bowel Movement is a contraindication of Benadryl.

Narrow Angle Glaucoma - Closed Angle Glaucoma is a contraindication of Benadryl.

Stenosing Peptic Ulcer is a contraindication of Benadryl.

Urinary Retention - Cannot Empty Bladder is a contraindication of Benadryl.

Contraindication Warnings

Hypertension - High Blood Pressure is a contraindication of Benadryl.

Hyperthyroidism - Overactive Thyroid Gland is a contraindication of Benadryl.

Ocular Hypertension - Increased Pressure in the Eye is a contraindication of Benadryl.

Omnicef - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include severe vomiting, seizures.

Benadryl - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include large pupils, flushing, fever, hallucinations, weakness, shaking (tremor), muscle twitching, loss of consciousness, and seizures. In children, excitement may occur first, and may be followed by loss of coordination, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, and seizures.

Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.