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Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm, Pack of 1 SACHET
Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Composition :

FOSFOMYCIN-3000MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Meditrex Pharma

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm

Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm belongs to a class of drugs called 'antibiotics' used to treat or prevent bladder infections. Bladder infection is mostly caused by a bacterial infection within the bladder. Bacteria enter through the urethra and move into the bladder and cause infections.

Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm contains Fosfomycin, which inhibits the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for survival. Thus, it kills bacteria. Also, Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm decreases the attachment of bacteria to cells lining the urinary bladder, thereby preventing bladder infection caused by E.coli bacteria. 

Take Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, headache, indigestion, vulvovaginitis (swelling or infection of vulva and vagina) as side effects of Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm, some sugars or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm. Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney problems and patients undergoing hemodialysis (a process of purifying blood by filtering out extra fluids and wastes when kidneys are not working). If you previously had diarrhoea caused by other antibiotics, inform your doctor before taking Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm.

Uses of Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm

Bladder infection

Directions for Use

Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm should be taken on an empty stomach, preferably before bedtime after emptying the bladder or take it as advised by the doctor. Dissolve the contents of the sachet in a glass of water, stir to dissolve and drink immediately. Do not use hot water.

Medicinal Benefits

Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm includes Fosfomycin, a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria that grow aerobically (in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobically (in the absence of oxygen). Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm prevents the formation of the necessary bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) for survival. As a result, it kills bacteria. Additionally, Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm inhibits bacterial attachment to cells lining the urinary bladder, preventing bladder infection caused by E.coli bacteria.

Storage

Keep Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm out of reach and sight of children.
Side effects of Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Inflammation of Vagina needs immediate attention and cannot be ignored.
  • Get a physical examination and prevent wearing clothes that can hold heat and moisture.
  • Avoid using vaginal sprays or perfumed soaps that increase itching and irritation.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions, and rest well with proper medication.
  • Take a balanced diet and get regular screenings to reduce inflammation.
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Eat a balanced diet and drink enough water.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Physical activities like walking or jogging might help boost energy and make you feel less tired.

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm, some sugars or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm. Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney problems and patients undergoing hemodialysis (a process of purifying blood by filtering out extra fluids and wastes when kidneys are not working). Contact your doctor immediately if you notice blood in the stools or have severe stomach pain with diarrhoea. If you previously had diarrhoea caused by other antibiotics, inform your doctor before taking Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FosfomycinCholera vaccines
Severe
FosfomycinBCG vaccine
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcohol, soda, coffee, tea, and artificial sweeteners, as they may cause bladder irritation.
  • Drink plenty of water or other fluids daily while taking Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm to flush out the bacteria.
  • Avoid spicy foods and citrus fruits (lemons, oranges, grapefruits) as they may irritate the bladder.
  • Eat foods antioxidant-rich foods such as blueberries, cranberries, tomatoes, spinach, broccoli, and plain greek yoghurt.
  • Take probiotics after completing the entire course of Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm to restore some good bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria. 
  • Include fibre-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as brown rice and whole-grain bread should be included in your diet. 

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Author Details

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:32 AM IST

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FOSFOMYCIN-3000MGVascular disorders of intestine
Severe
FOSFOMYCIN-3000MGCare involving dialysis
Moderate

FAQs

Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm contains Fosfomycin, which inhibits the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria. Also, Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm decreases the attachment of bacteria to cells lining the urinary bladder.

Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm is not recommended in patients undergoing hemodialysis (a process of purifying blood by filtering out extra fluids and wastes when kidneys are not working) as the excretion of Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm may be reduced in such patients leading to the accumulation of Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm in the body. Therefore, please inform your doctor if you are undergoing hemodialysis before taking Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm so that alternative medicine may be prescribed.

Yes, Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm may cause headaches as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

You are not recommended to take Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm with metoclopramide as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the absorption of Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm. However, please consult your doctor before taking Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm with other medicines.

You are not recommended to stop taking Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, complete the full course of antibiotics and take Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm, please consult your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • METOCLOPRAMIDE

Special Advise

  • Please consult your doctor if the symptoms do not improve after 3 days of treatment with Fosforex 3 gm Vanilla Flavour Sachet 8 gm.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bladder infection: This is caused primarily by a bacterial infection within the bladder. The most common type of urinary tract infection is a bladder infection. Bacteria enter the urethra, migrate to the bladder, and cause infections. Cloudy or bloody urine, urinating more frequently than usual, pain or burning when urinating, cramping or pressure in the lower back or lower abdomen, foul-smelling urine, or a frequent sensation of urge to urinate are all symptoms. Bladder infections can also result in mild back pain, which is linked to a kidney infection.

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