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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 26, 2024 | 7:08 PM IST
Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin, ears, nose, and gynecological infections. It contains Faropenem, which kills bacteria. In some cases, you may experience side effects such as nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, and rash. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition

FAROPENEM-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Amzenex Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's

Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin, ears, nose, and gynecological infections. Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's contains Faropenem, an antibiotic that kills bacteria (bactericidal) by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival.

Take Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, and rash. Most of these side effects of Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's. If you have kidney problems, a family history of atopy (tendency to develop allergic reactions), glucose-galactose malabsorption, Lapp lactase deficiency, or galactose intolerance, inform your doctor before taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's. Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's may cause vitamin K or vitamin B deficiency in some patients, especially in older people and in patients with poor oral intake. However, consult your doctor if you notice symptoms such as bleeding easily, loss of appetite, swelling of the tongue, or stomatitis (swelling and sores in the mouth).

Uses of Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin, ears, nose, and gynaecological infections. Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's inhibits the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria.

Directions for Use

Take Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's irrespective of food or as advised by the doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's

  • Nausea

  • Diarrhoea

  • Stomach pain

  • Rash

Drug Warnings

Regular monitoring of kidney and liver functioning is recommended while taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's. If you are a breastfeeding or pregnant woman, please consult a doctor before taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's. If you notice blood in stools or have severe stomach pain with diarrhoea, contact your doctor immediately. Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's may cause vitamin K or vitamin B deficiency in some patients especially in elderly people and in patients with poor oral intake. However, consult your doctor if you notice symptoms such as bleeding easily, loss of appetite, swelling of the tongue, or stomatitis (swelling and sores in the mouth). If you have kidney problems, family history of atopy (tendency to develop allergic reactions), glucose-galactose malabsorption, Lapp lactase deficiency, or galactose intolerance, inform your doctor before taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's may have interaction with water pills (furosemide), antibiotics (imipenem + cilastatin sodium).

Drug- Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have kidney problems, family history of atopy (tendency to develop allergic reactions), glucose-galactose malabsorption, the Lapp lactase deficiency or galactose intolerance, inform your doctor before taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • IMIPENEM+CILASTATIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take probiotics after completing the full course of Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of intestine.

  • Include fibre rich foods, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet.

  • Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's.

Special Advise

If you are suffering from rare hereditary problems of Lapp lactase deficiency, galactose intolerance or glucose-galactose malabsorption, avoid taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's as it contains lactose.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains, and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's is excreted in human milk. Therefore, it is given to breastfeeding mothers only if doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

The effect of Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's on driving is unknown. So, drive only if you are alert after taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's.

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Liver

Caution

Take Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

A7, 3rd Floor, Block A, Mainak Greens Tower, GS Rd, near Income Tax Office, Christian Basti, Guwahati, Assam 781005
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FAQs

Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin, ears, nose, and gynaecological infections. It works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival.
Yes, Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists, worsens with severe stomach pain or if you notice blood in stools, please consult a doctor.
Yes, Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's may cause vitamin K and vitamin B deficiency in some patients, especially in older people and in patients with poor oral intake. It is not necessary for everyone taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's to experience this side effect. However, if you notice symptoms such as. However, if you notice symptoms such as bleeding easily, loss of appetite, swelling of the tongue or stomatitis (swelling and sores in the mouth), please consult your doctor.
No, you are not recommended to take Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's with furosemide as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of kidney toxicity. However, please consult your doctor before taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's with other medicines.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor.
Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of the treatment based on your condition.
Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's is a novel carbapenem antibiotic which has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity. It has rapid bactericidal activity.
Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's may cause side effects like nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, and rash. Most of these side effects of Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's contains Faropenem, an antibiotic that kills bacteria (bactericidal) by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival.
No, Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's is not a steroid. It is an antibiotic agent.
Yes, Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.
Please consult the doctor if you do not get better even after using Farozen 200 mg Tablet 10's for the prescribed duration.

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