Fonyl Injection (Fosfomycin 4mg)

Fonyl Injection

Fonyl 4Gm Powder For Injection is an anti-infective. It is usually given to women to treat uncomplicated bacterial infections in the urinary tract area due to susceptible strains of E. coli and Enterococcus. It functions by killing the bacteria. It is available as a single dose oral powder sachet.

The multiple doses of this medicine have been investigated for complicated urinary tract infections in men. This medicine may have an advantage over other agents since it maintains high concentration in the urine for up to 48 hours.

On using this medication you may experience side effects such as nausea, vaginitis, diarrhoea, dizziness, headache, dyspepsia, asthenia, stomach pain, pain during intercourse, indigestion, heartburn, weakness, skin rash, back pain, throat soreness, swelling, heavy bleeding and vaginal white discharge with little or no odor. If you face any adverse reactions seek the help of your health care provider immediately.

Before using this medication tell your doctor if: you are allergic to any ingredient contained within Fonyl 4Gm Powder For Injection, you have any other allergies, you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, you have kidney issues, you have asthma, you are pregnant or are planning to become or are breastfeeding a baby.

The dosage for Fonyl 4Gm Powder For Injection should be ideally prescribed by your doctor based on your medical history and current condition. The usual dose in adults for treating Cystitis is one sachet containing 3 g of Fonyl 4Gm Powder For Injection taken orally once a day.

Fonyl 4Gm Powder For Injection may be taken with or without food; avoid use of antacids or calcium salts within 4 hours before or 2 hours after taking fosfomycin; contact your physician if signs of allergy develop; if symptoms do not improve after 2-3 days, contact your healthcare provider.

Always mix with water before ingesting; do not give in its dry form; pour contents of envelope into 90-120 mL of water (not hot), stir to dissolve. Drink immediately after dissolving.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Urologist before using this medicine.

Use

The medicine is useful against the following conditions:

Bacterial Infections Of Urinary Tract

Side Effects

Common side effects of this medicine include:

Abdominal Pain

Headache

Diarrhoea

Rash

Nausea

Vomiting

Anorexia

Dizziness

Drowsiness

Fatigue

Pruritus

Dosage

Are there any overdose instructions?

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose. Symptomatic and supportive treatment is recommended in the event of an overdose.
Are there any missed dose instructions?

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.