Myfos Sachet 8 gm
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About Myfos Sachet 8 gm
Myfos Sachet 8 gm is an antibiotic used to treat or prevent bladder infections. Bladder infection is mostly caused by a bacterial infection within the bladder.
Myfos Sachet 8 gm contains Fosfomycin, which inhibits the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for survival. Thus, it kills bacteria. Additionally, Myfos Sachet 8 gm reduces the attachment of bacteria to cells lining the urinary bladder, thereby preventing bladder infections.
In some cases, you may experience dizziness, headache, indigestion, and vulvovaginitis (swelling or infection of the vulva and vagina) as side effects of Myfos Sachet 8 gm. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Myfos Sachet 8 gm. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Myfos Sachet 8 gm. Myfos Sachet 8 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.
Myfos Sachet 8 gm is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney problems and patients undergoing hemodialysis (a process of purifying blood by filtering out extra fluids and wastes when the kidneys are not working). If you previously had diarrhoea caused by other antibiotics, inform your doctor before taking Myfos Sachet 8 gm.
Uses of Myfos Sachet 8 gm
Myfos Sachet 8 gm is used in the treatment of Bladder infection. The detailed uses of Myfos Sachet 8 gm are as follows:
- Treatment of Urinary Tract Infections: Myfos Sachet 8 gm is used to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Treatment of Cystitis: Myfos Sachet 8 gm is utilized in managing cystitis, which is the inflammation of the bladder, often linked with bacterial infections.
- Prevention of Urinary Tract Infections: In some cases, Myfos Sachet 8 gm may be used preventively for patients at high risk of recurrent urinary tract infections.
- Post-Surgical UTI Prevention: Myfos Sachet 8 gm is used for post-surgical UTI prevention in patients undergoing certain procedures.
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Directions for Use
- Myfos Sachet 8 gm can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
- Swallow Myfos Sachet 8 gm as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not chew, crush, or break it.
Medicinal Benefits
- Myfos Sachet 8 gm includes Fosfomycin, a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria that grow aerobically (in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobically (in the absence of oxygen).
- Myfos Sachet 8 gm prevents the formation of the necessary bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) for survival. As a result, it kills bacteria.
- Additionally, Myfos Sachet 8 gm inhibits bacterial attachment to cells lining the urinary bladder, thereby preventing bladder infections caused by E. coli bacteria.
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Drug Warnings
- Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Myfos Sachet 8 gm.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Myfos Sachet 8 gm.
- Myfos Sachet 8 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.
- Myfos Sachet 8 gm is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney disease and those undergoing hemodialysis (a process that purifies blood by filtering out excess fluids and waste when the kidneys are not functioning properly).
- Contact your doctor immediately if you notice blood in your stools or have severe stomach pain with diarrhoea.
- If you previously had diarrhoea caused by other antibiotics, inform your doctor before taking Myfos Sachet 8 gm.
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Myfos Sachet 8 gm may reduce the effect of balsalazide when taken orally.
How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Myfos Sachet 8 gm and Balsalazide together, your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to use both medications safely.
Co-administration of the Cholera vaccine with Myfos Sachet 8 gm may reduce the activity of the Cholera vaccine.
How to manage the interaction:
If you are currently being treated with Myfos Sachet 8 gm or have been treated within the last 14 days, inform your doctor before receiving cholera vaccine, live. Avoid receiving cholera vaccine, live until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy to ensure adequate vaccine response.
When BCG vaccine is used with Myfos Sachet 8 gm, its effectiveness may be reduced.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Myfos Sachet 8 gm with the BCG vaccine can lead to an interaction, please consult a doctor before taking it.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid alcohol, soda, coffee, tea, and artificial sweeteners, as they may cause bladder irritation.
- Drink plenty of water or other fluids daily while taking Myfos Sachet 8 gm to flush out the bacteria.
- Avoid spicy foods and citrus fruits (such as lemons, oranges, and grapefruits) as they may irritate the bladder.
- Eat antioxidant-rich foods such as blueberries, cranberries, tomatoes, spinach, broccoli, and plain Greek yoghurt.
- Take probiotics after completing the entire course of Myfos Sachet 8 gm to replenish beneficial bacteria in the intestines that may have been depleted. 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 restore the intestine's good bacteria.
- Include fibre-rich foods, as they 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 brown rice and whole-grain bread should be included in your diet.
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Alcohol
Caution
The interaction of alcohol with Myfos Sachet 8 gm is unknown. However, limit or avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Myfos Sachet 8 gm.
Pregnancy
Caution
Myfos Sachet 8 gm is a category B pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Therefore, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy before taking Myfos Sachet 8 gm.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Small amounts of Myfos Sachet 8 gm are excreted in human milk. Therefore, it is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.
Driving
Caution
Myfos Sachet 8 gm may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you experience any of these symptoms after taking Myfos Sachet 8 gm.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Limited information is available on the effect of Myfos Sachet 8 gm in patients with liver disease. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any liver diseases/conditions before taking this medicine.
Kidney
Caution
Myfos Sachet 8 gm is not recommended if you have severe kidney problems or are undergoing hemodialysis. Inform your doctor if you have any Kidney problems before taking Myfos Sachet 8 gm.
Children
Unsafe
Myfos Sachet 8 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
Heart
Consult your doctor
Exercise caution while taking Myfos Sachet 8 gm if you have any cardiac related problems.
Geriatrics
Safe if prescribed
Myfos Sachet 8 gm is safe for use in elderly patients if prescribed by the physician.
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