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Monurol Information

Monurol (Fosfomycin Tromethamine) is an antibiotic medicine used in adult women to treat urinary tract (bladder) infections. Antibacterial drugs like Monurol treat only bacterial infections. They do not treat viral infections. Monurol works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Monurol starts working to kill bacteria within hours after taking it. The bladder irritation caused by the bacteria and the symptoms that you may be feeling can last for a short time even after the bacteria have been killed. Fosfomycin should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (such as kidney infections).

Monurol Side Effects

The most common side effects of Monurol may include abdominal pain; nausea; upset stomach; back pain; diarrhea; dizziness; headache; runny nose; sore throat; back pain; menstrual pain; rash; vaginal infection; weakness. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects such as:
• Clostridium difficile colitis (bowel inflammation) with symptoms like persistent or severe bloody or watery diarrhea with or without fever and abdominal pain;
• New or worsening bladder symptoms (burning, painful urination);
• Serious Allergic Reaction (swollen lips, throat and/or tongue, difficulty breathing, shock, lowered heartbeat, rash or hives).

Monurol Precautions

Do not use Monurol if you are allergic to fosfomycin or to any other ingredients in this medication. Before you start taking this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you have kidney problems or are undergoing hemodialysis; have an intolerance to some sugars as Monurol contains sucrose; are pregnant or planning to become pregnant; are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. Monurol may pass into breastmilk. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Monurol and other medications. If you have a history of allergy to antibiotics, tell your healthcare professional before taking Monurol. Do not take Monurol if you have previously had an allergic reaction to it. Monurol contains sulphites. In rare cases, sulphites can cause serious allergic reactions and severe breathing problems. If you develop symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, such as swollen lips, throat and/or tongue, difficulty breathing, shock, lowered heartbeat, rash or hives, after taking Monurol get immediate medical help. Taking Monurol can cause dizziness in some patients. Do not drive or operate machines until you know how you respond to Monurol. Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea. Tell your doctor if you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody. Do not give Monurol to a child younger than 12 years old.

Do I need a prescription to order Monurol?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Monurol.