Fosfomycin (Oral) (Monurol) - Drugs Information, Side Effects, & Interactions

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Fosfomycin (fos-foe-MYE-sin)

Treats urinary tract infections (UTI).

Monurol
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to fosfomycin.

Powder

The medicine is an orange-flavored powder that must be mixed with water before using. Never swallow the medicine in its dry form.
Open the packet and pour all of the powder into 3 or 4 ounces (1/2 cup) of water. You should not use hot water.
Stir until the powder is dissolved, and drink the medicine right away.
You may take fosfomycin with or without food.

If a dose is missed:

Store the packet of medicine at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Make sure your doctor knows if you are using any medicine that causes food to move more quickly through your stomach, such as metoclopramide (Reglan®) or cisapride (Propulsid®).

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease before using this medicine.
Only one dose of this medicine is needed to treat your UTI. The medicine stays in your body for about 3 1/2 days to fight the infection.
If symptoms are not better after 2 or 3 days, tell your doctor.
Drink plenty of liquids, especially cranberry juice and water, to help clear up your infection.

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

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