Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Fosfomycin
Drug Class
Anti-Infectives
ATC Code
J01XX01
Status
Essential Medicine
What is Focin?
Uses
Fosfomycin is an antibiotic that fights bacterial infections in the urinary tract. It is available in two formulations: Granules for oral...
How It Works
The-duration of infusion should be at least 15 mins for 2 gm, at least 30 mins for 4 gm and at least 60 mins for 8 gm. Use only clear solutions. As damaging effects can result from inadvertent intra-arterial; administration of products not specifically recommended for intra-arterial therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual response of the pathogens and the patients clinical outcome.
How to Take It
1
Adult · IM
1 g — 8 hourly
2
Adult · IV
1 to 4 g — 8 hourly
3
Adult · PO
3 g — As recommended.
As a single dose or 2 div.doses.
4
Child · Intra Muscular
50 mg/kg — 8 hourly
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5
Child · Intra Venous
100 to 200 mg/kg — 8 hourly
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6
Child · Oral
25 mg/kg — 6 hourly
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Safety Alerts
Fosfomycin is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to the drug
Important Warnings
Cardiac insufficiency, elderly (high doses), hyperaldosteronism, hypernatraemia, hypertension, pulmonary oedema, renal impairment
With intravenous use, monitor electrolytes and fluid balance
Side Effects
GI disturbancesdiarrhoeanausearashvomitingabdominal painantibiotic-associated colitisdizzinessheadachedecreased appetitedyspneafatiguehypernatraemiahypokalaemiataste disturbances
Drug Interactions
Antacids
metoclopramide and drugs altering GI motility.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Use only if potential benefit outweighs risk.
Lactation
Contraindicated
Storage
Powder Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Price Intelligence
Rs 250.8
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 250.8 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DRAPper unitRs 237.85
DVAGORs 250.8
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Fosfomycin, and what they are not.
Same active ingredient, a different dose. Never switch strength without your doctor or pharmacist.
CYNFO
250 MG/5ML
Rs 131.1Rs 131.1/unit
SAMI PHARM (PVT) LTD.
Monurol
3g
Rs 1,067.45Rs 1,067.45/unit
No DRAP alertsANGELINI PHARMACEUTICALS
Cynfo
250mg
Rs 144.63
SAMI PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD.
Cynfo
500mg
Rs 150.4
SAMI PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD.
Trifocin
250mg
Rs 166.19
No DRAP alertsTRISON RESEARCH LABORATORIES (PVT) LTD
Fosomin
250mg
Rs 167.49
No DRAP alertsCCL Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd. DML: 000052
Fosomin
500mg
Rs 168.6
No DRAP alertsCCL Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd. DML: 000052
Monurolpowd
Rs 775.18
No DRAP alertsANGELINI
Trifocin
250mg/5ml
Rs 166.19 ceiling
No DRAP alertsTRISON RESEARCH LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED
CYNFO
50mg
Rs 873.68 ceiling
ATCO LABORATORIES LIMITED
Cynfo
1g
Rs 82.16 ceiling
SAMI PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD.
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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