Usage And Safety
Dosage
Adults : IM 1gm every 8hr. IV 1-2 gm every 8 hr. Infants : IM 250mg every 8hr. IV 100-400 mg/kg/day. OR As directed by your physician.
Side Effects
Headache , rash , diarrhoea , nausea , vomiting , anorexia , pigastric discomfort , dizziness , fatigue , pruritis.
Drug Interactions
Antacids , metoclopramide & drugs altering GI motility.
Indication
It is indicated in : Urinary tract infections (+ catheter) caused by multiple resistant E. coli & Klebsiella organisms with proven resistance to all other antibiotics where no other appropriate agent is available.
When not to Use
Fosfomycin is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the drug .
Warnings
Warning 1
Do not give this medicine to children and adolescents under 12 years of age because it has not been studied in this age group.
Warning 2
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask doctor for advice before taking this medicine.
Warning 3
Fosfomycin may cause dizziness and can therefore have minor influence on the ability to drive and use machines.
