Fotaran 500 Injection Information
Fotaran 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Fotaran 500 Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Fotaran 500 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Fotaran 500 Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Fotaran 500 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fotaran 500 Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Fotaran 500 Injection related warnings talks about Fotaran 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Fotaran 500 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Fotaran 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Fotaran 500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fotaran 500 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Fotaran 500 Injection Benefits & Uses
Fotaran 500 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Bacterial Infections
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Meningitis
- Blood Infection
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Peritonitis
- Ear Infection
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Septic Arthritis
- Osteomyelitis
- Endocarditis
- Cervicitis
- Vaginitis
- Endometritis
Fotaran 500 Injection 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Fotaran 500 Injection Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fotaran 500 Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
- Vaginal inflammation
- Inflammation of a vein
- Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Injection Site Allergic Reaction
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Maculopapular rash
- पेट दर्द
- Itching or burning
Fotaran 500 Injection Related Warnings
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Is the use of Fotaran 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Fotaran is safe for pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Fotaran 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Fotaran is safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Fotaran 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Fotaran rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Fotaran 500 Injection on the Liver?
Fotaran does not damage the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Fotaran 500 Injection on the Heart?
Using Fotaran does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Fotaran 500 Injection Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fotaran 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Fotaran 500 Injection
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Is this Fotaran 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Fotaran 500 Injection does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fotaran 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fotaran 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Fotaran 500 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Fotaran 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Fotaran 500 Injection
You can take Fotaran 500 Injection with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Fotaran 500 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fotaran 500 Injection with alcohol.
Unknown
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