Farozone 200 mg Tablet

Composition of Farozone 200 mg Tablet

Farozone 200 mg Tablet contains Faropenem (200mg). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent class of medicines.

Uses of Farozone 200 mg Tablet

Treatment of Severe bacterial infections

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Severe bacterial infections Farozone 200mg Tablet works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the lungs (pneumonia) and urinary tract. Farozone 200mg Tablet usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

How Farozone 200 mg Tablet works

Farozone 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

How to take Farozone 200 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Farozone 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Farozone 200mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and nerve symptoms. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Farozone 200 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Farozone are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Farozone 200 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Finish the whole course even after you feel better. Do not drink any alcohol while taking metronidazole, ornidazole or tinidazole, or for the period after the course that your doctor states — the combination causes severe flushing, vomiting and a racing heart. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Tetracyclines stain developing teeth and are avoided in young children and in pregnancy. Antibiotics do not work against colds, flu or most sore throats, which are caused by viruses.

Do not take Farozone if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids, iron, zinc and calcium reduce the absorption of tetracyclines — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.

How to store Farozone 200 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Farozone 200 mg Tablet

Farozone 200mg Tablet helps treat severe bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infection, skin infections and gynaecological infections. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop severe stomach pain or if you find blood in your stools. Your doctor may monitor your liver and kidney function while you are having treatment with this medication. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

BIO REMEDIES

Therapeutic class:

ANTI INFECTIVES

Drug class:

Antibacterial agent

Chemical class:

Alpha amino acid derivative