Monuril
Monuril is an antibiotic containing fosfomycin that works by killing bacteria causing infections.
Form
rakeet oraaliliuosta varten, annospussi
Strength
3 g
Active Ingredient
Fosfomycin trometamol
Manufacturer
Zambon S.p.A.
How to Use
Dosage
For bladder infections in women and young women: 1 sachet (3 g). For preventing infection during prostate biopsy in adult men: 1 sachet (3 g) 3 hours before the procedure and another sachet (3 g) 24 hours after the procedure.
Method
Take by mouth on an empty stomach (2-3 hours before or after a meal), preferably at bedtime after emptying your bladder. Dissolve the contents of one sachet in a glass of water and drink right away.
Important
Do not take more than 1 sachet (3 g) per day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache
- •Dizziness
- •Diarrhea
- •Nausea
- •Indigestion
- •Stomach pain
- •Female genital infection (e.g., inflammation, irritation, itching of the vulva and vagina)
RARE
- •Vomiting
- •Rash
- •Hives (itchy red welts on the skin)
- •Itching
- •Allergic reactions (less severe)
Important Warnings
- Do not take Monuril if you are allergic to fosfomycin or any other ingredients in this medicine.
- Tell your doctor if you have ongoing bladder infections or have had diarrhea after taking other antibiotics.
- This medicine is not for children under 12 years old.
- Do not use Monuril if you have severe kidney disease.
- Tell your doctor about all other medicines you take, especially metoclopramide (for nausea) or blood thinners, as they can interact with Monuril.
Show 3 more warnings
- Monuril can cause dizziness, which might affect your ability to drive or use machines.
- If you get severe diarrhea with stomach cramps, bloody stools, and/or fever, stop taking Monuril and contact your doctor immediately. This could be a serious bowel infection.
- If you experience sudden rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, or trouble breathing, stop Monuril and seek urgent medical help. These could be signs of a life-threatening allergic reaction.