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Faroalfa Tablet

Manufactured byAlniche Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsFaropenem
Description
Faroalfa Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections affecting the ears, nose, throat, urinary tract, skin, lungs, or genital tract, especially when other antibiotics are ineffective. It should only be used to treat infections that are caused by bacteria and not viruses or fungi. This medicine works by preventing the formation of the bacterial cell wall (protective outer covering of the bacteria), thus killing the bacteria. Faroalfa Tablet can cause side effects such as diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Consult your doctor if they persist or become severe. Avoid activities that require high mental alertness, like driving vehicles and operating machines, as this medicine may cause dizziness. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. It is advised to stay hydrated while taking this medicine, as it can cause dehydration due to diarrhoea. Faroalfa Tablet is a prescription medicine. It can be taken with or without food. For ease of remembering, take this medicine around the same time every day. Once an antibiotic is started, always finish the entire course of treatment to prevent antibiotic resistance (when bacteria develop the ability to defeat the antibiotic intended to kill them). Do not take it without a doctor's prescription as any unnecessary usage of an antibiotic can make it less effective against future infections. Faroalfa Tablet may not be suitable for everyone. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before beginning treatment with this medicine. Caution should be maintained while taking Faroalfa Tablet in the elderly or if you have kidney problems. Your doctor may recommend monitoring your liver and kidney function to ensure you are safe during treatment with this medication. Faroalfa Tablet it is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Faroalfa Tablet

Alpenam O 200 mg Tablet
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Feronam 200 mg Tablet
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Merosure O 200 mg Tablet
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Vyopem 200 mg Tablet
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Faroalfa Tablet

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Rashes
  • Sweating
  • Headache
  • Muscle pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Vitamin deficiency

Uses of Faroalfa Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Lower respiratory tract infections
  • ENT infections
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Upper respiratory tract infections
  • Gynaecological infections
  • Skin and skin structure infection
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time taken for Faroalfa Tablet to show its effect is clinically unknown.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Faroalfa Tablet remains effective is clinically unknown.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Faroalfa Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to the lack of safety information, Faroalfa Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless clearly needed. Consult your doctor to understand all the risks and benefits before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Faroalfa Tablet may pass into the breastmilk. Hence it is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless clearly needed. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Faroalfa Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to the lack of safety information, Faroalfa Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless clearly needed. Consult your doctor to understand all the risks and benefits before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Faroalfa Tablet may pass into the breastmilk. Hence it is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless clearly needed. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Atopy

Atopy is a genetic condition that occurs due to a problem with your immune system, causing allergic reactions on exposure to allergens (foreign particles), certain foods, medications, etc. Faroalfa Tablet should be used with caution if you have a family history of atopy, as it may increase the risk of allergic reactions.

Geriatrics

Faroalfa Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly due to the increased risk of side effects.

Diarrhoea

Faroalfa Tablet can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Consult your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.

Antibiotic resistance

Finish your entire course of treatment with Faroalfa Tablet, even if your condition gets better after a few doses to avoid antibiotic resistance (bacteria develop the ability to defeat the antibiotic intended to kill them). If you still feel unwell after completing your antibiotic course, make an appointment to consult your doctor.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip the scheduled dose of Faroalfa Tablet. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Faroalfa Tablet. Consult your doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Sodium Valproate

Furosemide

Imipenem and cilastatin sodium combination

Disease interactions

Kidney disease

Faroalfa Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems due to the increased risk of side effects. Your doctor may suggest dose adjustments based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Follow all the instructions given by your physician while taking Faroalfa Tablet. It may be taken with or without food. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment to prevent the development of antibiotic resistance. Faroalfa Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause diarrhoea.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Faroalfa Tablet works by preventing the formation of the bacterial cell wall (protective outer covering of the bacteria). This results in the death of the bacteria, which helps prevent the further spread of infections.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Carbapenems

Schedule

Schedule H

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