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Fibac, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Fibac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fibac. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fibac as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Fibac normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Fibac's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fibac has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fibac related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Fibac since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Fibac have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Fibac have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fibac is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Fibac is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Fibac safe for pregnant women?
Fibac can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Fibac, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Fibac safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Fibac. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Fibac on the Kidneys?
Fibac may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fibac on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Fibac on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Fibac on the Heart?
Fibac may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Fibac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fibac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fibac habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fibac has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fibac. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Fibac is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Fibac is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fibac
Taking Fibac with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fibac
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Fibac as it can have severe side effects.
No, Fibac does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Do not take Fibac along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Yes, Fibac can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Discontinuing Fibac on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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