Product introduction
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. Rarely, 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.
Commonly 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 of Rovamycin Tablet
- Toxoplasmosis during pregnancy
Benefits of Rovamycin Tablet
In Toxoplasmosis during pregnancy
Toxoplasmosis or Toxoplasma infection is an infection that can cause complications such as miscarriage, stillbriths and damage to baby’s brain and other organs articularly the eyes, at birth or early childhood or even as adults. Rovamycin Forte Tablet helps in preventing this infection in the unborn baby from their mother, and also decreases the progression as well as worsening of the symptoms, such as eye disorders, in already infected babies. Earlier diagnosis of the infection can help in preventing it efficiently during pregnancy. Take it as prescribed to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Rovamycin Tablet
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
Common side effects of Rovamycin
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
How to use Rovamycin Tablet
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 on an empty stomach.
How Rovamycin Tablet works
Rovamycin Forte Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Rovamycin Forte Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Rovamycin Forte Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
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 is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Rovamycin Forte Tablet in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Rovamycin Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Rovamycin Forte Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
| Weight | 17.5 g |
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