FARONEM 200MG TABLET

Uses and Benefits of FARONEM 200MG TABLET (FEROPENEM 200MG)

Faropenem 200mg is prescribed to treat bacterial infections affecting different parts of the body.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis and sinusitis
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Ear, nose and throat infections
• Other bacterial infections as diagnosed by your doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• It belongs to the penem group of antibiotics, related to penicillins
• It stops bacteria from building their protective cell wall
• This causes the bacteria to weaken and die, clearing the infection

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It does not treat viral infections like common cold or flu
• It is not effective against fungal infections
• It should not be used to self-treat fever without knowing the cause
• It is not a painkiller and does not treat pain directly

Side Effects of FARONEM 200MG TABLET (FEROPENEM 200MG)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach upset or discomfort
• Headache

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Vomiting
• Skin rash or itching
• Loss of appetite
• Dizziness

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips or throat
• Difficulty breathing
• Severe watery or bloody diarrhoea
• Yellowing of skin or eyes
• Unusual bruising or bleeding
• Severe skin reaction with blistering or peeling

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use FARONEM 200MG TABLET (FEROPENEM 200MG)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor
• It can be taken with or without food, unless advised otherwise
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Complete the full course even if you feel better before finishing it
• Do not stop the medicine early as the infection may come back

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one
• Try to take doses at the same time every day to maintain consistency

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep the medicine in its original packaging
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Do not use the medicine after its expiry date
• Discard any unused medicine safely as per local guidelines

Safety Information and Precautions for FARONEM 200MG TABLET (FEROPENEM 200MG)

This medicine is available only with a valid doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to faropenem or other penem/penicillin antibiotics
• Have had a severe allergic reaction to any beta-lactam antibiotic before

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney disease or reduced kidney function
• Have a history of stomach or intestinal disease, especially colitis
• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have any known drug allergies

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Probenecid, as it can increase levels of this medicine in the body
• Oral contraceptive pills, as antibiotics may reduce their effectiveness
• Other antibiotics being taken at the same time
• Blood thinning medicines like warfarin

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop taking it once I feel better?

No, complete the full course as prescribed, otherwise the infection may return or become resistant to treatment.

Can I take this with alcohol?

It is best to avoid alcohol while on antibiotics as it may increase side effects like stomach upset.

Is this medicine safe for children?

• Use in children should only be done under a doctor's guidance, as dosing depends on age and weight.
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