Monurol TM
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Active ingredients: fosfomycin
Pack: Monurol 3 g granules, 1 sachet
Brand name
(ARTG)
: MONUROL fosfomycin (as trometamol) 3 g granules for oral solution sachetConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
MONUROL is indicated only for the treatment of acute uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (acute cystitis) in females above 12 years of age caused by the following susceptible pathogens: Enterobacteriaceae (including Escherichia coli), Enterococcus faecalis.,MONUROL is not indicated for the treatment of pyelonephritis or perinephric abscess or where resistance is likely (previous treatment failure, infection due to non-susceptible organism).,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to identify the causative organism(s) and determine its (their) susceptibility to MONUROL. However, therapy may be initiated before results of these tests are known; once results become available, appropriate therapy should be continued. Consideration should be given to the relevant clinical guidelines on the appropriate use of antibacterial agents.MONUROL is indicated only for the treatment of acute uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (acute cystitis) in females above 12 years of age caused by the following susceptible pathogens: Escherichia coli or, Enterococcus faecalis.,MONUROL is not indicated for the treatment of pyelonephritis or perinephric abscess or where resistance is likely (previous treatment failure, infection due to non-susceptible organism).,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to identify the causative organism(s) and determine its (their) susceptibility to MONUROL. However, therapy may be initiated before results of these tests are known; once results become available, appropriate therapy should be continued. Consideration should be given to the relevant clinical guidelines on the appropriate use of antibacterial agents.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Granules
- Oral
- White granules for oral solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient fosfomycin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
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