Fosfomycin 3 G Austell 3 g Granules for oral solution
Clinical Summary
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Indication
Treatment of acute uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections and prophylaxis in transurethral procedures.
Dosage (summary)
Single 3 g dose for UTI in women; 2 doses of 3 g for prophylaxis in men.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Paediatric population (not recommended below 12 years)
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy not established; contraindicated in breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Metoclopramide
- Gastrointestinal motility agents
- Food
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to fosfomycin
- Severe renal insufficiency
- Patients undergoing haemodialysis
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Take on an empty stomach
- Report severe diarrhoea
- Avoid if allergic to components
Serious warnings
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Antibiotic-associated diarrhoea
- Clostridium difficile-associated disease
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