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Faropenem
INFORMATION ABOUT FAROPENEM
Faropenem Uses
Faropenem is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It treats infections of respiratory and urinary tract.
How Faropenem works
Faropenem is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
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Dr. Love Sharma
PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA
Reviewed By
Dr. Shilpa Garcha
MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated
24 Apr 2023 | 11:53 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Faropenem
- Faropenem helps treat severe bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infection, skin infections and gynaecological infections.
- It may cause diarrhea and loose bowel movements. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated and inform your doctor if it becomes persistent or contains blood or mucus.
- Your doctor may monitor your liver function while taking this medication.
Frequently asked questions for Faropenem
Yes, the use of Faropenem can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.