Pack size: 1 Suspension  |  Price is for the whole Suspension

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Generic: Nitrofurantoin

Form: Suspension 500mg/100ml

Indication

Uncomplicated UTI, Urinary Tract Infection

Administration

Should be taken with food. Take w/ or immediately after meals. Sustained release macrocrystals indicated only for patients >12 years for acute UTIs (cystitis) caused by E coli or S saprophyticus

Adult Dose

Oral Acute uncomplicated urinary tract infections Adult: 50-100 mg 4 times daily for 7 days or for 3 days after obtaining sterile urine. SR preparation: 100 mg bid for 7 days or for 3 days after obtaining sterile urine. Prophylaxis of uncomplicated urinary tract infections Adult: 50-100 mg at bedtime for up to 12 months.

Child Dose

Urinary Tract Infection >1 month 5-7 mg/kg/day PO divided q6hr for 7 days UTI prophylaxis: 1-2 mg/kg PO qHS or 2 divided doses >12 years 50-100 mg PO q6hr for 7 days or for 3 days after obtaining sterile urine SR preparation: 100 mg PO q12hr for 7 days or for 3 days after obtaining sterile urine Long-term prophylaxis/suppression: 50-100 mg PO at bedtime for up to 12 months

Renal Dose

Loses effectiveness in patients with CrCl <60 mL/min due to inadequate urine concentration Monitor renal function; renally excreted; decreased renal function more likely in elderly

Contraindication

Severe renal impairment (anuria, oliguria, significantly elevated serum creatinine, CrCl <60 ml/min). Hypersensitivity to nitrofurans, G6PD deficiency, infants <3 mth. Pregnancy at term, during labour and delivery, or when the onset of labour is imminent.

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

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. __NAME__ is to be taken with food.

How __NAME__ works

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What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, 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.

Safety Advice

Consuming alcohol while taking __NAME__ may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Safety Advice

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Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of __NAME__ is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease, who are unable to pass urine or have high creatinine levels.

Safety Advice

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