Consuming alcohol with Monofocin does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Monofocin is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Monofocin is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE
Monofocin may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Monofocin should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Monofocin may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Monofocin is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Monofocin in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Monofocin 3mg Powder
Introduction
Monofocin belongs to a group of medicines known as antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria, which can cause infections. This medicine is used to treat or prevent infections of the urinary tract. It helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infect ... Show more
Uses of Monofocin
Bacterial infections of urinary tract
Side effects of Monofocin
Common
Headache
Dizziness
Vaginal inflammation
How to use Monofocin
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Monofocin is to be taken empty stomach.
How Monofocin works
Monofocin is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria in the urinary tract by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. It also reduces bacterial attachment to cells lining the bladder. This helps treat or prevent uncomplicated infectio ... Show more
Quick Tips
Monofocin 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 Monofocin.
Diarrhea is a common side effect. Inform your doctor if it does not get better or if you see blood in stools.
Monofocin 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.
Reconstitution: Oral powd: Dissolve the contents of a single-dose sachet containing 3 g of the drug in 90-120 ml (half cup) of water of water and stir ... Show more
Adult Dose
Oral
Urinary Tract Infection (Acute Cystitis)
Acute cystitis caused by E. coli, E. faecalis
Women >18 years: 1 sachet (3 g) PO once
Males >18 year ... Show more
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: No dosage adjustment needed.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to fosfomycin.
Mode of Action
Fosfomycin is a phosphoenolpyruvate (PEP) analogue that irreversibly inhibits enolpyruvate transferase (MurA), which prevents peptidoglycan biosynthes ... Show more
Precaution
Patient w/ cardiac insufficiency, HTN, hyperaldosteronism, hypernatraemia or pulmonary oedema. Renal impairment (IV). Pregnancy and lactation.
Patie ... Show more
Side Effect
1-10%
Anorexia,Diarrhea,Epigastric,Discomfort,Headache,Nausea,Rash,Vomiting
<1%
Dizziness,Drowsiness,Fatigue,Pruritus
Potentially Fatal: Anaph ... Show more
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: B
Lactation: excreted in breast milk; not recommended
Interaction
Additive or synergistic effect w/ β-lactam antibiotics (e.g. penicillin, ampicillin, cefazolin, carbapenems) and anti-staphylococcal agents (e.g. line ... Show more
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