MedDataToolFosfomycin is a medication used to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections, specifically acute cystitis, in women caused by certain bacteria. It works by stopping the bacteria from building their protective walls, which helps to eliminate the infection. The medication comes in granules that you mix with water and take as a single dose of one sachet, and it can be taken with or without food. It's important to know that if you have a known allergy to fosfomycin, you should not take it. Additionally, if you are taking metoclopramide, it may lower the effectiveness of fosfomycin, so be sure to discuss this with your healthcare provider.
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Uses
- uncomplicated urinary tract infections. acute cystitis.
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Dosage
1 sachet for women 18 years and older.
Mix with 3 to 4 ounces of water before taking.
Can be taken with or without food.
Do not take in dry form.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
diarrheavaginitisnauseaheadachedizzinessClostridium difficile associated diarrhea
Serious
anaphylaxishearing loss
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Not for treating pyelonephritis or perinephric abscess.
- Risk of Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea.
- Careful history needed for diarrhea after antibiotic use.
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Drug interactions
- Metoclopramidelowers fosfomycin levelsCaution
- Cimetidineno effect on fosfomycin levels.Caution
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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).