Fosfomycin
Information about Fosfomycin
Fosfomycin Uses
Fosfomycin is used in the treatment and prevention of bacterial infections of urinary tract.
How Fosfomycin works
Fosfomycin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering which is needed for their survival. It also reduces bacterial attachment to cells lining the bladder.
Common side effects of Fosfomycin
Headache, Diarrhea, Inflammation of the nose
Available Medicine for Fosfomycin
FosirolCipla Ltd
₹4661 variant(s)
MonurolModi Mundi Pharma Pvt Ltd
₹458 to ₹5532 variant(s)
FonylGlenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹42701 variant(s)
CrifosCipla Ltd
₹43561 variant(s)
NovefosSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹345 to ₹4552 variant(s)
FosfotasIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹314 to ₹40162 variant(s)
FosfoeKoye Pharmaceuticals Pvt ltd
₹4161 variant(s)
FosfocinAristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹319 to ₹29902 variant(s)
FosfoficGufic Bioscience Ltd
₹19991 variant(s)
FosfonaAlniche Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
₹360 to ₹39902 variant(s)
Expert advice for Fosfomycin
- Fosfomycin is used to treat and prevent bacterial infections of the urinary tract.
- Dissolve it in a glass of water and drink immediately, preferably at bedtime, 2 hours after meals (after emptying the bladder).
- Avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks, and drink plenty of water while taking Fosfomycin.
- Diarrhea is a common side effect. Inform your doctor if it does not get better or if you see blood in stools.
- Fosfomycin may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Symptoms should get better in 2 to 3 days of the single dose treatment. Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after 2 to 3 days.