Foloup 100 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Foloup Benefits & Uses

Foloup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Foloup 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Foloup Related Warnings

Is the use of Foloup safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Foloup has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Foloup safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Foloup. If you see any side effects, stop taking Foloup immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Foloup again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Foloup on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Foloup. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Foloup on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Foloup. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Foloup on the Heart?

Foloup has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Foloup with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Foloup Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Foloup

Is this Foloup habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Foloup has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Foloup since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Foloup is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Foloup in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Foloup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Foloup

Taking Foloup with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Foloup

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Foloup.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Foloup

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Foloup with azithromycin?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Avoid taking Foloup with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Foloup?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Foloup should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Foloup cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Foloup can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Foloup cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Occasionally, Foloup can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Foloup cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Rarely Foloup can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.