Novofar 200 Tablet 1 Strip

✔️ Side Effects of Novofar 200

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea or loose stools
• Abdominal pain
• Headache

✔️ Dosage and Administration | Novofar 200

The dosage depends on the type and severity of the infection, the patient's age, kidney function, and the tablet strength.

The supplied product information lists the following adult regimens:

1. Upper respiratory tract infections: 150 mg three times daily; a clinician may increase the dose to 200 mg three times daily.
2. ENT infections: 200 mg three times daily; a clinician may increase the dose to 300 mg three times daily.
3. Lower respiratory tract infections: 200 mg three times daily; a clinician may increase the dose to 300 mg three times daily.
4. Skin and soft-tissue infections: 150 mg three times daily; a clinician may increase the dose to 200 mg three times daily.
5. Genitourinary infections: 200 mg three times daily; a clinician may increase the dose to 300 mg three times daily.
6. Gynecological infections: 150 mg three times daily; a clinician may increase the dose to 200 mg three times daily.

These are reference regimens from the supplied source, not a recommendation for self-treatment. Follow the prescribed dose and duration, and confirm the regimen against the current product insert. Dose adjustment may be necessary in patients with impaired kidney function.

✔️ Contraindications

Novofar should not be used in patients with known hypersensitivity to faropenem or any of its ingredients. Patients with a history of severe allergic reactions to beta-lactam antibiotics require careful medical evaluation before treatment.

✔️ Use Novofar cautiously in patients who:

• Have previously experienced an allergic reaction to penicillins, cephalosporins, carbapenems, or other beta-lactam antibiotics.
• Have impaired kidney function.
• Are elderly.
• Have poor nutritional intake or a poor general health condition, particularly if there is a risk of vitamin K deficiency or bleeding.

Tell the doctor about any history of severe antibiotic allergy and all medicines currently being taken. Do not use Novofar for viral infections such as the common cold or flu. Unnecessary antibiotic use can contribute to antimicrobial resistance.

✔️ Drug Interactions

• Imipenem/cilastatin: Animal studies have reported changes in faropenem blood concentrations when used with this combination. Clinical significance should be assessed by a healthcare professional.
• Furosemide: Animal studies have suggested a possible increase in kidney toxicity; caution may be appropriate, particularly in patients with kidney impairment.
• Sodium valproate: Carbapenem antibiotics can substantially reduce valproate concentrations and may increase the risk of seizures. Although this interaction is established for carbapenems, it should not automatically be assumed to have the same magnitude with faropenem. Patients taking valproate should consult their prescriber before using any antibiotic.

✔️ Storage:

• Store at room temperature, generally between 20°C and 25°C, unless the product packaging specifies otherwise.
• Protect from moisture and keep in the original package.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date.