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Fortified P.P Benefits & Uses

Fortified P.P is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)

Other Benefits

Fortified P.P 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	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50000 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50000 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50000 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fortified P.P Related Warnings

Is the use of Fortified P.P safe for pregnant women?

Fortified PP is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Fortified P.P safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Fortified PP for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Fortified P.P on the Kidneys?

Fortified PP is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Fortified P.P on the Liver?

Fortified PP does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Fortified P.P on the Heart?

You can take Fortified PP without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fortified P.P with Other Drugs

Fortified P.P should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Ethinyl Estradiol

Chloramphenicol

Tetracycline

Warfarin

Fortified P.P Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fortified P.P unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Fortified P.P

Is this Fortified P.P habit forming or addictive?

Fortified P.P does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Fortified P.P does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Fortified P.P is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Fortified P.P is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Fortified P.P Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fortified P.P

Taking Fortified P.P with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fortified P.P

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Fortified P.P and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fortified P.P

Question about 5 years ago

Does Fortified PP cover anaerobes?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Fortified PP covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus species and its high doses are required to kill these bacterial species but most anaerobe strains are not covered by Fortified PP because it is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Fortified PP treat pneumonia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Fortified PP can treat pneumonia caused by bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae). Fortified PP works in pneumonia by preventing the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). In the absence of the cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. It also kills the bacteria during the stage of their active multiplication.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Fortified PP treat syphilis?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fortified PP is used in the treatment of syphilis which is caused by bacteria Treponema pallidum. Usually, the treatment for syphilis with Fortified PP continues over the duration of 1-3 weeks depending on the patient's condition and infection severity.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Fortified PP on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Fortified PP on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fortified PP covers staphylococcus aureus?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fortified PP covers Staphylococcus aureus bacteria and this bacteria is generally found to be susceptible to Fortified PP. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended before using this drug to confirm its susceptibility against this bacteria.