Fosfomycin Tromethamine Coupons & Prices

Looking for a fosfomycin tromethamine coupon? Fosfomycin tromethamine is the generic form of the antibiotic Monurol, taken as a single 3-gram oral dose dissolved in water to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (acute cystitis) in women. Because it is a generic, cash prices are already relatively low, but they can still vary widely from one pharmacy to the next. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price and compare across more than 60,000 pharmacies with a free Rx.com discount coupon.

What is fosfomycin tromethamine and how does it work?

Fosfomycin tromethamine is an antibiotic in the phosphonic acid derivative class. It is bactericidal, meaning it kills bacteria by blocking an early step in bacterial cell-wall synthesis. It is FDA-approved only for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections (acute cystitis) in women caused by susceptible strains of Escherichia coli and Enterococcus faecalis.

A key feature is that it is given as a single 3-gram dose dissolved in water, rather than a multi-day course. It is sold under the brand name Monurol, and the generic is widely available. It is not indicated for kidney infections (pyelonephritis) or perinephric abscess. Some clinicians use it off-label for harder-to-treat or resistant infections, but any such use should be directed by your provider.

Fosfomycin tromethamine cost and savings without insurance

Fosfomycin tromethamine is available as a generic, which usually keeps the cash price lower than a brand-name equivalent. Even so, the single-dose packet can cost more than many people expect, and the price for the exact same medication often differs significantly between pharmacies in the same town. That is why comparing prices matters.

Rx.com compares live cash prices across more than 60,000 pharmacies and gives you a free discount coupon you can use with or without insurance. To see what fosfomycin tromethamine costs near you today, enter your ZIP above. If your provider prescribed the brand, you can also check Monurol pricing and compare it to the generic.

Alternatives and how fosfomycin compares

Fosfomycin is one of several first-line and alternative options for uncomplicated UTIs. Your provider chooses based on your history, local resistance patterns, allergies, and kidney function. Other commonly prescribed UTI antibiotics include:

• nitrofurantoin — a common first-line choice for uncomplicated cystitis
• trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole — another widely used first-line option
• ciprofloxacin — a fluoroquinolone typically reserved for certain cases
• cephalexin — a cephalosporin sometimes used for UTIs

The main convenience of fosfomycin is single-dose treatment. This is not medical advice; talk with your provider or pharmacist about which antibiotic is right for you.

Safety and side effects

Fosfomycin tromethamine has no boxed warning. Only a single dose should be used per episode of acute cystitis. Taking repeated daily doses does not improve outcomes and can increase side effects. It is not effective for kidney infections or infections outside the bladder. The most common side effects are diarrhea, headache, nausea, and vaginitis.

Like other antibiotics, it can cause Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea, which can range in severity up to serious colitis and may begin during treatment or even weeks to months afterward. Allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, have been reported. The medication metoclopramide can lower fosfomycin levels and reduce its effect. Antibiotics do not treat viral infections. This is general information, not medical advice; tell your provider about all medicines you take and about any pregnancy or possible pregnancy, and seek care for severe or persistent diarrhea.