Fenem 300mg Tablet ER


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient Faropenem (300mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassAlpha Amino acids derivatives
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassANTI INFECTIVES
Action ClassPenem
User Rating4.9
User Reviews763

FAQ

Question
What if I do not get better after using Fenem 300mg?
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.
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Can the use of Fenem 300mg cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Fenem 300mg 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.
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What if you forget to take Fenem Tablet ER?
If you miss a dose of Fenem 300mg, 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.
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Fenem 300mg Tablet ER Reviews

Fenem 300mg is an antibiotic medicine that is primarily used in the treatment of infections of the lungs and urinary tract. Additionally, it may also be used to treat skin and gynecological infections. It is usually used for infections that did not resolve with other antibiotics.

Fenem 300mg is the only medicine of its class that can be taken orally (by mouth). It may be taken with or without food. The dose and duration of treatment depend upon the severity of the infection and how you respond to the medicine. Take it at the same time each day and finish the complete course, even if you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then the infection may return or worsen.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. These are usually mild and resolve on their own. However, if they bother you or persist for a longer duration of time, please consult your doctor.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or if you have any problems related to your kidneys or liver. Let your doctor know about all other medicines you may be taking, as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.

How Fenem 300mg Tablet ER Works

Fenem 300mg 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 Use Fenem 300mg Tablet ER

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. Fenem 300mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Fenem 300mg Tablet ER

  • In Treatment of Severe bacterial infections: Fenem 300mg 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. Fenem 300mg 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.

Uses of Fenem 300mg Tablet ER

  • Treatment of Severe bacterial infections

Fenem 300mg Tablet ER Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fenem 300mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fenem 300mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Fenem 300mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fenem 300mg. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Fenem 300mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Fenem 300mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Quick Tips

  • Your doctor may monitor your liver and kidney function while you are having treatment with this medication.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop severe stomach pain or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
  • Fenem 300mg helps treat severe bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infection, skin infections and gynaecological infections.

References

  1. ScienceDirect. Faropenem.
  2. CiplaMed. Faropenem [Prescribing Information].
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
  4. Faropenem. Jun. 2010.

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