Faropenem

Last updated 24 Apr 2023 | 11:53 AM (UTC)

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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Medicine brands for Faropenem

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹460 to ₹1364

5 variant(s)

Zyfor

Zydus Healthcare Limited

₹231 to ₹692

2 variant(s)

Farotive

Koye Pharmaceuticals Pvt ltd

₹750 to ₹750

1 variant(s)

Faroeze

Alniche Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

₹550 to ₹550

1 variant(s)

Suplo Pen

Mapra Laboratories Pvt Ltd

₹380 to ₹380

1 variant(s)

Vyopem

Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹229 to ₹315

2 variant(s)

Feroceff

Algen Healthcare Limited

₹480 to ₹480

1 variant(s)

Faronik

Orange Biotech Pvt Ltd

₹870 to ₹870

1 variant(s)

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

Q. Can the use of Faropenem cause diarrhea?

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.

Q. What if I do not get better after using Faropenem?

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.