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FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES

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How to use FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES

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Introduction

Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient

Fosfocina 500 mg Hard Capsules

Fosfomycin Calcium

Read this package leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine, because it contains important information for you.

  • Keep this package leaflet, you may need to read it again.
  • If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
  • This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their signs of illness are the same as yours.
  • If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this package leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the Package Leaflet:

  1. What is Fosfocina and what is it used for
  2. What you need to know before you take Fosfocina
  3. How to take Fosfocina
  4. Possible side effects
  5. Storage of Fosfocina
  6. Package contents and further information

1. What is Fosfocina and what is it used for

Fosfocina contains the active substance fosfomycin (as fosfomycin calcium). It is an antibiotic that works by killing the bacteria that cause infections.

Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections and will not work for viral infections such as the common cold or flu.

It is important that you follow the instructions regarding the dose, administration interval, and duration of treatment indicated by your doctor.

Do not store or reuse this medicine. If you have any leftover antibiotic after completing your treatment, return it to the pharmacy for proper disposal. Do not throw away medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Fosfocina is used for the treatment of uncomplicated bladder infections in women.

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2. What you need to know before you take Fosfocina

Do not take Fosfocina

If you are allergic to fosfomycin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).

Warnings and precautions

Consult your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before starting to use Fosfocina if you are in any of the following situations:

  • you have persistent bladder infections,
  • you have ever had diarrhea after taking any other antibiotic.

Symptoms to pay attention to

Fosfocina may cause serious side effects. For example, allergic reactions and inflammation of the large intestine. You should pay attention to certain symptoms while being treated with this medicine to reduce the risk of problems. See "serious side effects" in section 4.

Children and adolescents

This medicine should not be given to children under 12 years of age, as the safety and efficacy in this age group have not been established.

Other medicines and Fosfocina

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription.

This is especially important if you are taking:

  • metoclopramideor other medicines that increase the movement of food through the stomach and intestines, as they may reduce the absorption of fosfomycin in your body,
  • anticoagulants, as fosfomycin and other antibiotics may alter your ability to prevent blood clotting.

Taking Fosfocina with food and drinks

Food may delay the absorption of fosfomycin. Therefore, this medicine should be taken on an empty stomach (2-3 hours before or 2-3 hours after a meal).

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, your doctor will only prescribe this medicine when it is strictly necessary.

Driving and using machines

You may experience side effects such as dizziness that could affect your ability to drive or use machines.

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3. How to take Fosfocina

Follow exactly the administration instructions of this medicine indicated by your doctor or pharmacist. If you are in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.

For the treatment of uncomplicated bladder infections in women, the recommended dose is 500 mg-1 g (1 or 2 capsules) every 8 hours.

For the treatment of patients with swallowing difficulties (difficulty swallowing food or medicine), the use of Fosfocina 250 mg/5 ml powder for oral suspension is recommended.

Use in patients with renal insufficiency

This medicine should not be used in patients with severe renal insufficiency (creatinine clearance <10 ml min).< p>

Use in children and adolescents

This medicine should not be used in children under 12 years of age.

Method of administration

For oral use.

This medicine should be taken orally, on an empty stomach (approximately 2-3 hours before or 2-3 hours after a meal), with the last dose preferably before bedtime and after urination.

If you take more Fosfocina than you should

In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service, phone: 91 562 04 20, indicating the medicine and the amount used.

If you forget to take Fosfocina

Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses.

If you forget to take a dose, take the next one as soon as possible and continue as before.

If you stop taking Fosfocina

Remember to take your medicine. Your doctor will indicate the duration of your treatment with Fosfocina.

Do not stop treatment, even if you feel better, unless your doctor tells you to.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Serious side effects

If during treatment with Fosfocina you experience any of the following symptoms, stop taking the medicine and contact your doctor immediately:

  • anaphylactic shock, a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction (frequency not known). Symptoms are sudden onset of rash, itching, or hives, and/or shortness of breath, wheezing, or difficulty breathing,
  • swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat with difficulty breathing (angioedema) (frequency not known),
  • moderate to severe diarrhea, abdominal cramps, bloody stools, and/or fever, which may indicate that you have an intestinal infection (antibiotic-associated colitis) (frequency not known). Do not take medicines against diarrhea that stop intestinal movement (antiperistaltics).

Other side effects

Frequent (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):

  • headache
  • dizziness
  • diarrhea
  • nausea
  • indigestion
  • abdominal pain
  • infection of the female genital organs with symptoms such as inflammation, irritation, itching (vulvovaginitis).

Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):

  • vomiting
  • rash
  • hives
  • itching

Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):

  • anemia
  • superinfections by antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Frequency not known (cannot be estimated from the available data):

  • allergic reactions
  • visual disturbances
  • loss of appetite
  • inflammation of the veins
  • increase in the number of white blood cells and platelets
  • appearance of petechiae (small hemorrhages in the skin)
  • alteration of liver enzymes

If you experience any of these reactions or other discomfort that you think may be related to the treatment, you should inform your doctor as soon as possible.

Reporting of side effects

If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this package leaflet. You can also report side effects directly through the Spanish Medicines and Health Products Agency (AEMPS) website: www.notificaram.es. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storage of Fosfocina

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Store at room temperature.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the packaging after EXP. The expiry date is the last day of the month shown.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Return any unused medicine to a pharmacy for proper disposal. If you are unsure, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. This will help protect the environment.

6. Package contents and further information

Composition of Fosfocina

  • The active substance is fosfomycin calcium. Each capsule contains 500 mg of fosfomycin in the form of calcium salt.
  • The other ingredients are: macrogol 6000.

Appearance of the product and package contents

Fosfocina is presented in the form of hard gelatin capsules of red color for oral administration. Each package contains 12, 24, or 500 capsules.

Marketing authorization holder

LABORATORIOS ERN, S.A.

Perú, 228 - 08020 Barcelona, Spain.

Manufacturer

LABORATORIOS ERN, S.A.

Gorgs Lladó, 188 – 08210 Barberá del Vallés, Barcelona. Spain.

Date of the last revision of this package leaflet:September 2021.

Detailed and updated information on this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) https://www.aemps.gob.es/.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES?
FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.
What is the active substance in FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES?
The active ingredient in FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES is fosfomycin. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.
How much does FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES cost in pharmacies?
The average pharmacy price for FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES is around 4.73 EUR. Prices may vary depending on the manufacturer and dosage form.
Who manufactures FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES?
FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES is manufactured by Laboratorios Ern S.A.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
Which doctors can assess the use of FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES online?
Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.
What are the alternatives to FOSFOCINA 500 mg HARD CAPSULES?
Other medicines with the same active substance (fosfomycin) include FOSFOCINA 1 g POWDER AND SOLVENT FOR SOLUTION FOR INFUSION, FOSFOCINA 250 MG/5 ML POWDER FOR ORAL SUSPENSION, FOSFOCINA 4 g POWDER FOR SOLUTION FOR INFUSION. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.
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