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Faropenem Information

Faropenem is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bronchitis. Faropenem also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Faropenem. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Faropenem include Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Faropenem can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Faropenem normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Faropenem's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Faropenem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Faropenem have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Faropenem may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Faropenem, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Faropenem Benefits & Uses
Faropenem Dosage & How to Take
Faropenem Side Effects
Faropenem Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Faropenem with Other Drugs
Faropenem Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Faropenem
Faropenem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Faropenem Benefits & Uses

Faropenem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Pneumonia
Skin Infections
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Kidney Infection
Prostatitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Tonsillitis

Faropenem Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Faropenem Related Warnings

Is the use of Faropenem safe for pregnant women?

Faropenem may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Faropenem again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Faropenem safe during breastfeeding?

Faropenem can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Faropenem on the Kidneys?

Faropenem rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Faropenem on the Liver?

Using Faropenem does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Faropenem on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Faropenem for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Faropenem with Other Drugs

Faropenem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Furosemide

Imipenem,Cilastatin

Faropenem Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Faropenem unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Faropenem

Is this Faropenem habit forming or addictive?

Faropenem is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Faropenem as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Faropenem only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Faropenem is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Faropenem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Faropenem

Taking Faropenem with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Faropenem

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Faropenem with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Faropenem

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Faropenem for cough?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Faropenem can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Faropenem without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Faropenem is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Faropenem used to treat UTI?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Faropenem can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection or the severity of infection is very high.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Faropenem?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Ideally, Faropenem should be taken 3 times daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to penicillin and kidney problem.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Faropenem to treat pneumonia?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, you can use Faropenem to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming medicine for pneumonia.