Lupifos 3 G
Lupifos Oral Powder contains fosfomycin, which is an antibiotic medicine. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infection of the urinary tract. It works by killing the bacteria responsible for the infection of the urinary tract. Indigestion, headache, dizziness are some of the side effects of using this medicine. This medicine should be dissolved in a glass of water and mixture should be taken immediately. This medicine should be taken on an empty stomach either 1 hour before a meal or at least 2 hours after a meal before bedtime and after emptying the urinary bladder.
Uses of Lupifos 3 G
For the treatment of bacterial infection of the urinary tract.
Contraindications of Lupifos 3 G
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If you are allergic to fosfomycin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
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If you have severe kidney disease.
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If you are undergoing a blood filtration procedure.
Side effects of Lupifos 3 G
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Indigestion
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Headache
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Dizziness
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Swelling of female genitals (vulva and vagina)
Precautions and Warnings of Lupifos 3 G
Pregnancy
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Can I take Lupifos Oral Powder during pregnancy?
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There is limited information available on the safety of this medicine in pregnant women. You can use Lupifos Oral Powder only if prescribed by your doctor.
Breast Feeding
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Can I take Lupifos Oral Powder while breastfeeding?
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Components of this medicine are known to be excreted in milk. This medicine should be avoided if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
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Can I drive if I have consumed Lupifos Oral Powder?
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This medicine can cause dizziness or tiredness. Avoid driving while on this medicine.
Alcohol
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Can I consume alcohol with Oral Powder?
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Taking alcohol while on this medicine can increase dizziness and also make symptoms of urinary tract infection worse. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption while on this medicine.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
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You have kidney disease.
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You have loose motions after using this medicine.
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You have difficulty in digestion of some sugar.
Mode of Action of Lupifos 3 G
How Does It Work?
Lupifos Oral Powder works by inhibiting the cell wall synthesis of bacteria, which results in killing the bacteria responsible for infection of the urinary tract.
Directions for Use of Lupifos 3 G
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Oral Powder should be taken on an empty stomach either 1 hour before a meal or at least 2 hours after a meal before bedtime and after emptying the urinary bladder.
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It should be dissolved in a glass of water and mixture should be taken immediately.
Interactions of Lupifos 3 G
Interactions with other medicines
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Concomitant use of medicines used in heartburn such as Metoclopramide decreases the blood concentration of this medicine.
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Inform your doctor about all other medicines and supplements you are consuming before starting with Oral Powder
Storage and disposal of Lupifos 3 G
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Store Oral Powder at room temperature in a cool and dry place.
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Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Lupifos 3 G
Overdose
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Symptoms of overdose include hearing difficulty, loss of taste sensation, dizziness, loss of balance while walking, etc. If you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
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If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember.
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If it’s time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
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Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
