Faropenem Sodium Tablets

Faropenem Sodium Tablet also contains the brand “FARODEN-200” and it is taken to treat various bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin, ears, nose, and gynaecological infections. Bacterial infection refers to an infection caused by harmful bacteria which multiply in the body and infect it. Bacterial infection can infect any part of one’s body and multiply very fast.

Faropenem Sodium Tablets contain Faropenem, an antibiotic which kills bacteria (bactericidal) by preventing the production of the bacterial cell wall (a protective coating) essential to their survival.

Uses

• Bacterial infections: Faropenem is widely utilised to treat bacterial infections by inhibiting bacteria from growing and killing bacteria, in order to combat bacterial infections such as pneumonia and urinary tract infection.
• Respiratory infections: Faropenem provides treatment for respiratory infections such as pneumonia and bronchitis due to its actions against causative bacteria.
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs): UTIs are treated with Faropenem, which kills and destroys UTI-causing bacteria, and relieves burning sensation and frequency to pass urine.
• Skin and soft tissue infections: Faropenem treatment prevents skin and soft tissue infections such as cellulitis by killing infection-causing bacteria, minimising swelling, redness, and pain.
• Gynaecological infections: Faropenem treats gynaecological infections by killing and eradicating causative bacteria, minimising symptoms, and promoting rapid recovery.
• Intra-abdominal infections: Faropenem alleviates abdominal infections by destroying the causative bacteria.

Medical Benefits

• Faropenem Sodium Tablets contain an antibiotic active ingredient which possesses broad-spectrum activity against anaerobic (do not grow in oxygen) and aerobic (grow in oxygen) gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
• It is used in treating urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin, ear, nose, and gynaecological infections due to bacteria.
• It prevents the development of the bacterial cell wall (a protective layer) required for these bacteria. Therefore, it kills bacteria.

Directions For Use

• Swallow Faropenem Sodium Tablets whole, either with or without food, as directed by your doctor.
• Take this medicine twice daily, but as directed by the physician in terms of dose and treatment duration.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.

Storage

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Precautions

• It could also interact by means of water pills (furosemide), antibiotics (imipenem + cilastatin. You must tell your doctor before you take Faropenem if you have kidney disease, a family history of atopy (genetic susceptibility to allergic disease), glucose-galactose malabsorption, Lapp lactase deficiency or galactose intolerance.
• Consult a doctor before consumption of alcohol while on Faropenem therapy.
• It is secreted in human milk, and therefore expectant and nursing mothers must take this medicine after consulting a physician.
• Faropenem should not be given to small children without medical advice.

Side Effects

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach pain
• Rash

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long should I take Faropenem?

You are supposed to take it to the end as much as your doctor prescribes. Depending on the situation, the doctor determines the time.

How does Faropenem work?

It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their protective covering (cell wall), which is vital in their survival.

What are the infections that Faropenem is used to treat?

It is applied in the treatment of various bacterial infections.

Does Faropenem act quickly?

Yes, it is quick-acting and is bactericidal (kills bacteria) in nature.

When is it time to visit a doctor regarding side effects?

In case there is no improvement or worsening of side effects, see your physician.

Can I stop Faropenem when I am feeling better?

No, do not stop early. Never quit the entire course as recommended, even when you feel better.

But what happens if I am not better at the end of the course?

In case your symptoms do not subside, see your doctor.