What is Fetroja ?

Fetroja (cefiderocol) is a novel siderophore cephalosporin antibiotic, specifically designed for the treatment of severe infections caused by multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria. It uniquely binds to iron and then utilizes the bacteria’s own iron transport mechanisms to gain entry into bacterial cells, overcoming common resistance mechanisms. Fetroja is particularly effective in treating complicated urinary tract infections, hospital-acquired pneumonia, and ventilator-associated pneumonia.

• Seizures
• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Dizziness, fainting, fast or uneven heartbeat
• Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps, nausea or vomiting
• Severe diarrhea that may contain blood

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or history of seizures.
• This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.
• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.