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Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm contains Fosfomycin, which inhibits the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria. Also, Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm decreases the attachment of bacteria to cells lining the urinary bladder.
Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm is not recommended in patients undergoing hemodialysis (a process of purifying blood by filtering out extra fluids and wastes when kidneys are not working) as the excretion of Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm may be reduced in such patients leading to the accumulation of Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm in the body. Therefore, please inform your doctor if you are undergoing hemodialysis before taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm so that alternative medicine may be prescribed.
Yes, Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm may cause headaches as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
You are not recommended to take Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm with metoclopramide as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the absorption of Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm. However, please consult your doctor before taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm with other medicines.
You are not recommended to stop taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, complete the full course of antibiotics and take Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm, please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
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The interaction of alcohol with Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm is unknown. However, limit or avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm.
Pregnancy
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Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm is a category B pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Therefore, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Small amounts of Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm are excreted in human milk. Therefore, it is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.
Driving
Caution
Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you experience any of these symptoms after taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm.
Liver
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Limited information is available on the effect of Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm in patients with liver disease. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any liver diseases/conditions before taking this medicine.
Kidney
Caution
Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm is not recommended if you have severe kidney problems or are undergoing hemodialysis. Inform your doctor if you have any Kidney problems before taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm.
Children
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Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
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About Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm
Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm belongs to a class of drugs called 'antibiotics' used to treat or prevent bladder infections. Bladder infection is mostly caused by a bacterial infection within the bladder. Bacteria enter through the urethra and move into the bladder and cause infections.
Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm contains Fosfomycin, which inhibits the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for survival. Thus, it kills bacteria. Also, Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm decreases the attachment of bacteria to cells lining the urinary bladder, thereby preventing bladder infection caused by E.coli bacteria.
Take Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, headache, indigestion, vulvovaginitis (swelling or infection of vulva and vagina) as side effects of Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm. Most of these side effects 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 Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm, some sugars or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm. Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney problems and patients undergoing hemodialysis (a process of purifying blood by filtering out extra fluids and wastes when kidneys are not working). If you previously had diarrhoea caused by other antibiotics, inform your doctor before taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm.
Uses of Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm
Medicinal Benefits
Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm includes Fosfomycin, a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria that grow aerobically (in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobically (in the absence of oxygen). Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm prevents the formation of the necessary bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) for survival. As a result, it kills bacteria. Additionally, Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm inhibits bacterial attachment to cells lining the urinary bladder, preventing bladder infection caused by E.coli bacteria.
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Drug Warnings
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm, some sugars or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm. Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney problems and patients undergoing hemodialysis (a process of purifying blood by filtering out extra fluids and wastes when kidneys are not working). Contact your doctor immediately if you notice blood in the stools or have severe stomach pain with diarrhoea. If you previously had diarrhoea caused by other antibiotics, inform your doctor before taking Fosforex Powder Sachet 8 gm.
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