Introduction About FARONEM DRY SYRUP

FARONEM DRY SYRUP contains Faropenem, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used in the management of respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, gynaecological infections, and ear, nose, and throat infections. It can also be used to manage various skin and soft tissue infections.

FARONEM DRY SYRUP is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Faropenem. Consult your doctor before taking it.

FARONEM DRY SYRUP is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered clearly necessary. Contact your doctor before taking.

FARONEM DRY SYRUP is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking it.

Your doctor will give the right dose depending on your child’s age, body weight, and disease condition. Contact your doctor before taking it.

The most common side effects of FARONEM DRY SYRUP are vomiting, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, and lack of appetite. Consult your doctor if any of the above side effects bother you.

Uses Of FARONEM DRY SYRUP

It is used to manage:

• Respiratory tract infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Gynaecological infections
• Ear, nose, and throat infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections

How FARONEM DRY SYRUP Works

FARONEM DRY SYRUP works against the bacteria by managing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall), which is needed for them to survive.

How to use FARONEM DRY SYRUP

Take this medicine as advised by your physician. Reconstitute the medicine with the required amount of sterile water given along with the medicine. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Side Effects Of FARONEM DRY SYRUP

How To Manage Side Effects

Constipation

Eat plenty of fiber-rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and cereals, and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly. Contact your doctor if constipation does not improve.

Diarrhea

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juice, to keep yourself hydrated. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.

Dizziness Or Drowsiness

Try to lie down or sit immediately if you feel dizzy. Drink enough water to get hydrated. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting a doctor.

Nausea And Vomiting

Take the medicine, with or just after a meal. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy food; however, contact your doctor if vomiting worsens.

Stomach Pain

Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller and more frequent meals. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. Contact your doctor in case the stomach pain does not improve.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Monitoring required

FARONEM DRY SYRUP is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered clearly necessary. Contact your doctor before taking FARONEM DRY SYRUP.

Breastfeeding

Contraindicated

FARONEM DRY SYRUP is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking FARONEM DRY SYRUP.

Kidney

Consult your doctor

There is limited information available on the use of FARONEM DRY SYRUP in patients with kidney disease. Contact your doctor before taking FARONEM DRY SYRUP.

Liver

Consult your doctor

There is limited information available on the use of FARONEM DRY SYRUP in patients with liver disease. Contact your doctor before taking FARONEM DRY SYRUP.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not take FARONEM DRY SYRUP if you are allergic to Faropenem or other beta-lactam antibiotics or to lactose or to other ingredients of this medicine.

Use In Pediatrics

Consult your doctor

Your doctor will give the right dose depending on your child’s age, body weight, and disease condition. Consult your doctor for advice.

Interactions

A. Drug-drug interactions:

Tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, vitamin supplements, or herbal products.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of FARONEM DRY SYRUP, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

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FAQs About FARONEM DRY SYRUP

Q: What is FARONEM DRY SYRUP used for?

A: FARONEM DRY SYRUP is an antibiotic used to manage bacterial infections of the lungs and urinary tract. It can also be used in the management of gynaecological infections, skin infections, and ear, nose, and throat infections.

Q: How FARONEM DRY SYRUP works?

A: FARONEM DRY SYRUP kills the susceptible bacteria that causes infection by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. This makes it difficult for the bacteria to survive, leading to the arrest of bacterial growth and spreading.

Q: How to use FARONEM DRY SYRUP?

A: Take FARONEM DRY SYRUP as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Reconstitute the medicine with the required amount of sterile water given along with the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Q: What are the common side effects of using FARONEM DRY SYRUP?

A: The most common side-effects of FARONEM DRY SYRUP are vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, lack of appetite, gastritis (inflammation of the lining of the stomach), constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, oedema (fluid retention), muscular pain, and lethargy (lack of energy).

Q: Can I use FARONEM DRY SYRUP for managing urinary tract infection?

A: Yes. FARONEM DRY SYRUP is an effective antibiotic that is used in the management of urinary tract infections.

Q: What if I’m not getting better after using FARONEM DRY SYRUP?

A: If you do not feel better after completing the full course of management with FARONEM DRY SYRUP, inform your doctor immediately. Your doctor may increase the dose or suggest a suitable alternative medicine.

Q: Is FARONEM DRY SYRUP safe to use in patients with kidney problems?

A: There is limited information available on the use of FARONEM DRY SYRUP in patients with kidney disease. Contact your doctor before taking FARONEM DRY SYRUP.

Q: Is FARONEM DRY SYRUP safe to use in patients with liver problems?

A: There is limited information available on the use of FARONEM DRY SYRUP in patients with liver disease. Contact your doctor before taking FARONEM DRY SYRUP.

Q: Can I take other medicines with FARONEM DRY SYRUP?

A: Before using FARONEM DRY SYRUP, inform your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, vitamin supplements, or herbal products.

Q: Can FARONEM DRY SYRUP cause constipation?

A: Yes. Constipation is one of the common side effects of taking FARONEM DRY SYRUP O Dry Syrup. To manage this, eat plenty of fiber-rich foods, such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and cereals, and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly. Contact your doctor if constipation does not improve.

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