Rovamycin Forte Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

All Details About Rovamycin Forte Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Rovamycin Forte Tablet

Description:

Rovamycin Forte Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat a parasitic infection known as Toxoplasmosis in pregnant women. It helps to lower the risk of transmission of toxoplasma infection from the mother to the unborn child. Limitedly, it may also be used to treat some other infections.

Rovamycin Forte Tablet should be taken orally on an empty stomach. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

Ordinaryly seen side effects seen with this medicine include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.

Regular monitoring of liver function tests (LFT’s) may be required while using this medicine. This medicine is safe to use during pregnancy. However, it will not affect the severity of the disease if the unborn child has already been infected. Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy before taking this medicine.

Uses:

Toxoplasmosis during pregnancy

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rovamycin Forte Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Rovamycin

Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Rovamycin Forte Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Rovamycin Forte Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Rovamycin Forte Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Rovamycin Forte Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Rovamycin Forte Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Rovamycin Forte Tablet is recommended.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Rovamycin Forte Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Can the use of Rovamycin Forte Tablet cause diarrhea?

Affirmative, the use of Rovamycin Forte Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

How long does Rovamycin Forte Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Rovamycin Forte Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

What if I don't get better after using Rovamycin Forte Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Rovamycin Forte Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Rovamycin Forte Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can the use of Rovamycin Forte Tablet cause infertility?

There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Rovamycin Forte Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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