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About Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is an antibiotic used to treat or prevent bladder infections. Bladder infection is mostly caused by a bacterial infection within the bladder.
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm contains Fosfomycin, which inhibits the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for survival. Thus, it kills bacteria. Additionally, Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm reduces the attachment of bacteria to cells lining the urinary bladder, thereby preventing bladder infections.
In some cases, you may experience dizziness, headache, indigestion, and vulvovaginitis (swelling or infection of the vulva and vagina) as side effects of Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 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 Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm. Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 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 the kidneys are not working). If you previously had diarrhoea caused by other antibiotics, inform your doctor before taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm.
Uses of Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is used in the treatment of Bladder infection. The detailed uses of Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm are as follows:
- Treatment of Urinary Tract Infections: Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is used to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Treatment of Cystitis: Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is utilized in managing cystitis, which is the inflammation of the bladder, often linked with bacterial infections.
- Prevention of Urinary Tract Infections: In some cases, Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm may be used preventively for patients at high risk of recurrent urinary tract infections.
- Post-Surgical UTI Prevention: Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is used for post-surgical UTI prevention in patients undergoing certain procedures.
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Directions for Use
- Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
- Swallow Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not chew, crush, or break it.
Medicinal Benefits
- Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 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).
- Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm prevents the formation of the necessary bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) for survival. As a result, it kills bacteria.
- Additionally, Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm inhibits bacterial attachment to cells lining the urinary bladder, thereby preventing bladder infections caused by E. coli bacteria.
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Drug Warnings
- Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm.
- Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.
- Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney disease and those undergoing hemodialysis (a process that purifies blood by filtering out excess fluids and waste when the kidneys are not functioning properly).
- Contact your doctor immediately if you notice blood in your stools or have severe stomach pain with diarrhoea.
- If you previously had diarrhoea caused by other antibiotics, inform your doctor before taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm.
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid alcohol, soda, coffee, tea, and artificial sweeteners, as they may cause bladder irritation.
- Drink plenty of water or other fluids daily while taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm to flush out the bacteria.
- Avoid spicy foods and citrus fruits (such as lemons, oranges, and grapefruits) as they may irritate the bladder.
- Eat antioxidant-rich foods such as blueberries, cranberries, tomatoes, spinach, broccoli, and plain Greek yoghurt.
- Take probiotics after completing the entire course of Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm to replenish beneficial bacteria in the intestines that may have been depleted. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
- Include fibre-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as brown rice and whole-grain bread should be included in your diet.
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Alcohol
Caution
The interaction of alcohol with Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is unknown. However, limit or avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm.
Pregnancy
Caution
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 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 a pregnancy before taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Small amounts of Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 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
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you experience any of these symptoms after taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Limited information is available on the effect of Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm in patients with liver disease. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any liver diseases/conditions before taking this medicine.
Kidney
Caution
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 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 Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm.
Children
Unsafe
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
Heart
Consult your doctor
Exercise caution while taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm if you have any cardiac related problems.
Geriatrics
Safe if prescribed
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is safe for use in elderly patients if prescribed by the physician.
FAQs
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm is used to treat or prevent bladder infections.
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 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, Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm decreases the attachment of bacteria to cells lining the urinary bladder.
Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 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 Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm may be reduced in such patients leading to the accumulation of Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm in the body. Therefore, please inform your doctor if you are undergoing hemodialysis before taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm so that alternative medicine may be prescribed.
Yes, Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 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 Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm with metoclopramide as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the absorption of Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm. However, please consult your doctor before taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm with other medicines.
You are not recommended to stop taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 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 Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Fosfobact 3000 mg Powder 8 gm, please consult your doctor.
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