What is fosfomycin?
Fosfomycin is an antibiotic that fights infection caused by bacteria.
Fosfomycin is used to treat bladder infections.
Fosfomycin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about fosfomycin?
Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Fosfomycin is usually given in only one dose. Do not take more than a single dose of this medication unless your doctor has told you to.
The usual dose of this medicine is one packet of powder mixed with cold water. Do not use hot water or take the powder in its dry form.
To be sure fosfomycin is the right antibiotic for the type of infection you have, your urine will need to be tested before and after you take this medication. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
It may take 2 or 3 days before your symptoms improve. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 3 days after treatment.
Get emergency medical help if you think you have used too much medicine, or if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Less serious side effects are more likely, and you may have none at all. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or is especially bothersome.
Do not share this medicine with anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms you have.
What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking fosfomycin?
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to fosfomycin.
FDA pregnancy category B. This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether fosfomycin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not give this medication to a child younger than 12 years old without the advice of a doctor.
Do not share this medicine with anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms you have.