Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Jamp Fosfomycin
What is JAMP Fosfomycin used for?
JAMP Fosfomycin is an antibiotic medicine used in adult women to treat urinary tract (bladder) infections.
Antibacterial drugs like JAMP Fosfomycin treat only bacterial infections. They do not treat viral infections. JAMP Fosfomycin should be used exactly as directed. Misuse or overuse of JAMP Fosfomycin could lead to the growth of bacteria that will not be killed by JAMP Fosfomycin (resistance). This means that JAMP Fosfomycin may not work for you in the future. Do not share your medicine.
How does JAMP Fosfomycin work?
JAMP Fosfomycin is an antibiotic that kills the bacteria causing the infection. JAMP Fosfomycin 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.
What are the ingredients in JAMP Fosfomycin?
Medicinal ingredient: Fosfomycin tromethamine (equivalent to 3 g of fosfomycin)
Non-medicinal ingredients: Mandarin and orange flavourings, saccharin sodium, sucrose.
JAMP Fosfomycin comes in the following dosage form:
Single Dose Sachet: 3 g of powder
Do not use JAMP Fosfomycin if:
- you are allergic (hypersensitive) to fosfomycin or to any ingredient in this formulation (see What are the ingredients in JAMP Fosfomycin?).
To help avoid side effects and ensure proper use, talk to your healthcare professional before you take JAMP Fosfomycin. Talk about any health conditions or problems you may have, including if you:
- have kidney problems or are undergoing hemodialysis;
- have an intolerance to some sugars as JAMP Fosfomycin contains sucrose;
are pregnant or planning to become pregnant;
- are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. JAMP Fosfomycin may pass into breast milk.
Other warnings you should know about:
JAMP Fosfomycin is not related to penicillin or other antibiotics that commonly cause allergic reactions. If you have a history of allergy to antibiotics, tell your healthcare professional before taking JAMP Fosfomycin. Allergic reactions to JAMP Fosfomycin have been reported. Do not take JAMP Fosfomycin if you have previously had an allergic reaction to it.
Driving and Using Machines: Dizziness has been reported from some patients taking JAMP Fosfomycin which may affect your ability to drive and operate machinery. Do not drive or operate machines until you know how you respond to JAMP Fosfomycin.
Tell your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including any drugs, vitamins, minerals, natural supplements or alternative medicines.
The following may interact with JAMP Fosfomycin:
- probenecid used to treat gout
- metoclopramide hydrochloride used to treat digestive problems
How to take JAMP Fosfomycin:
- 1.
It is recommended that JAMP Fosfomycin be taken on an empty stomach or at least 2-3 hours after a meal.
- 2. Empty entire contents of JAMP Fosfomycin sachet into about 125 mL (½ cup) of cold water and stir to dissolve.
- 3. Take immediately after dissolving in water, making sure to drink the complete contents of the glass.
Usual Dose:
One sachet of JAMP Fosfomycin is a complete therapy for treating your bladder infection. Since JAMP Fosfomycin is eliminated in urine over a period of three days, the bacteria in the bladder are killed by JAMP Fosfomycin during this period of time. You should see complete relief or improvement in your symptoms within 2 to 3 days. If your symptoms do not improve by the fourth day, or if you experience repeated (recurrent) infections, you should contact your healthcare professional.
Overdose:
| If you think you, or a person you are caring for, have taken too much JAMP Fosfomycin, contact a healthcare professional, hospital emergency department, regional poison control centre or Health Canada’s toll-free number, 1-844 POISON-X (1-844-764-7669) immediately, even if there are no signs or symptoms. |
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Missed Dose:
JAMP Fosfomycin treatment consists of a single dose. If you missed your dose, take it on an empty stomach or at least 2-3 hours after your next meal.
What are possible side effects from using JAMP Fosfomycin?
These are not all the possible side effects you may have when taking JAMP Fosfomycin. If you experience any side effects not listed here, tell your healthcare professional.
Side effects may include:
- abdominal pain, nausea, upset stomach
- back pain
- diarrhea
- dizziness
- headache
- runny nose
- rash
- vaginal infection
- weakness
Serious side effects and what to do about them
| Symptom / effect | Talk to your healthcare professional | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help | |
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| Only if severe | In all cases | ||
| UNKNOWN FREQUENCY | |||
| Serious Allergic Reaction: swollen lips, throat and / or tongue, difficulty breathing, shock, lowered heartbeat, rash or hives | √ | ||
| Clostridium difficile colitis (bowel inflammation): persistent or severe bloody or watery diarrhea with or without fever and abdominal pain | √ | ||
If you have a troublesome symptom or side effect that is not listed here or becomes bad enough to interfere with your daily activities, tell your healthcare professional.
Reporting Side Effects
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
NOTE: Contact your healthcare professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice. |
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Storage:
Store at 15-30°C. Keep out of reach and sight of children.
If you want more information about JAMP Fosfomycin:
- Talk to your healthcare professional
- Find the full Product Monograph that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes the Patient Medication Information by visiting the Health Canada Drug Product Database website (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/drug-products/drug-product-database.html); or by calling 1-866-399-9091.
JAMP Pharma Corporation
1310 rue Nobel
Boucherville, Québec
J4B 5H3, Canada