How Farobact 200 Mg (Faropenem) Works:
Faropenem (an antibiotic) in Farobact inhibits bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins which are very important and required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Before You Use Farobact 200 Mg (Faropenem):
Make sure that:
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You are not allergic to Faropenem
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Your doctor knows about your Pre-existing disease, Surgeries, Medications, Supplements, etc.
What Should You Avoid While Taking Farobact 200 Mg (Faropenem):
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Avoid taking alcohol
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Strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions
When Not To Use Farobact 200 Mg (Faropenem):
You should not take Farobact 200 mg if you:
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Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it or penicillins
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Have poor oral intake and vitamin K deficiency
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Appear to have skin rashes, swelling of face and mouth, difficulty in breathing while taking it
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Have severe Liver and Kidney Dysfunction
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Are Pregnant/ Breastfeeding women
Tell Your Doctor If You:
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Are Hypersensitive to it
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Are having any liver/ Kidney disease
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Have Vitamin K deficiency and has poor oral intake
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Are suffering from Diarrhea or loose bowel movement while taking this medicine
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Are Pregnant/ Breastfeeding women
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Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies
Dosage:
Farobact 200 mg is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It should be given on prescription only and instructions given by your doctor should be followed for the frequency, duration and dosage of the medicine because age and severity of the disease differ from patient to patient.
Adults are advised to take Farobact 200 mg at a fixed time, with food. You are advised to complete the course even if you are feeling better.
How Much Of The Farobact 200 Mg (Faropenem) to Be Used:
Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Farobact 200 mg. Usually dose may vary depending upon the condition of the patient.
How To Take The Farobact 200 Mg (Faropenem):
Swallow the tablet as a whole with water without chewing or crushing it. Take the tablet at fixed time with food and plenty of fluids to avoid Stomach Upset and Acid Reflux.
For How Long Should You Continue Using Farobact 200 Mg (Faropenem)
Patients are always advised to take Farobact as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a large amount or for a longer time than recommended but you should always finish your basic course of antibiotics.
Overdose:
Call your doctor immediately if you are suspecting the overdose symptoms
Missed Dose:
A missed dose of Farobact 200 mg must be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.
What Are The Side Effects Of The Farobact 200 Mg (Faropenem)
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Nausea/Vomiting
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Diarrhea
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Headache
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Skin rash
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Vitamin Deficiency
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Muscle Pain
What Are The Common Drug Interactions:
Farobact 200 mg may interact with other medicines you are already taking and these interactions may produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Always inform your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:
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Sodium Valproate
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Furosemide
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Imipenem and Cilastatin sodium combination
It interacts with diseased conditions like:
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Renal Dysfunction
Warning And Precaution:
Farobact 200 mg should be used very cautiously in patients having:
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Allergy/ Hypersensitivity to Farobact 200 mg
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Renal Dysfunction
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Geriatric use
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Drug-Resistance
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Diarrhea
It is not recommended in pregnant and breastfeeding women
Things To Remember:
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Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid stomach upset and acid reflux.
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Keep out of reach of children
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Ask your doctor if you have any doubt related dose, time, and strength of the Tablet
Indications:
Do not stop taking Farobact 200 mg in between the course until recommended by your physician
Storage:
Store the Farobact 200 mg at room temperature in clean and dry place. Make sure that the tablets are not damaged.