Fosfomycin 4 gm Brands in India :
Uses of Fosfomycin 4 gm:
Fosfomycin tromethamine, a synthetic, broad spectrum, bactericidal antibiotic. It is available as a single-dose sachet and injection. Fosfomycin has broad antibacterial activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogens, with useful activity against E. faecalis, E. coli, and various Gram-negatives like Citrobacter and Proteus.
Fosfomycin is used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, where it is usually administered as a single oral mega dose. Its use in combination with tobramycin to treat lung infections in patients with cystic fibrosis was also explored.
Side Effects of Fosfomycin 4 gm:
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Less serious side effects of Fosfomycin may be more likely to occur, such as:
- headache & dizziness
- diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain or upset
- stuffy nose, sore throate
- weakness
- vaginal itching or discharge
- menstrual paine
- back pain
Drug Interactions of Fosfomycin 4 gm:
Fosfomycin may interact with other medicines like
1. Live Vaccines,
2. Balsalazide and
3. Metoclopramide.
Contraindications of Fosfomycin 4 gm:
Fosfomycin should not be used in patients suffering form reduced kidney function or having lostridium difficile infection .
OR allergic to Fosfomycin
Mechanism of Action of Fosfomycin 4 gm:
Fosfomycin is bactericidal and stops bacterial cell wall formation by inactivating the enzyme UDP-N-acetylglucosamine-3-enolpyruvyltransferase, also known as MurA.
Special Precautions for Fosfomycin 4 gm:
Take precautions while taking Fosfomycin sachets (Fosfomycin 3gn sachet), if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Fosfomycin sachet.
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