Generic Name - Nitrofurantoin
Category - Antibacterial medication.
Indications
Infection of the Urinary tract.
Generic Nitrofurantoin is indicated for the treatment of eliminating bacteria that causes urinary tract infections. Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic. Nitrofurantoin is well absorbed from the gut and reaches high concentrations in the urine where it kills the bacteria responsible for these infections.
Generic for Nitrofurantoin Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Nitrofurantoin is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Nitrofurantoin should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
anemia
hardening of the arteries in the brain
kidney disease
liver disease
diabetes
glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency
Vitamin B deficiency
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Nitrofurantoin. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Magnesium salicylate
choline-magnesium salicylate
antacids
probenecid
Generic for Nitrofurantoin Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericNitrofurantoin
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Nitrofurantoin for urinary tract infections is 50 to 100 milligrams taken 4 times a day. For long-term treatment, your doctor may reduce your dosage to 50 to 100 milligrams taken at bedtime.
Generic for Nitrofurantoin Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Nitrofurantoin side Effects include fever or chills, sore throat, chest pain, cough, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, dizziness, drowsiness,
headache, joint aches or pains, pale skin, redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth, skin rash, itching and swelling.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Nitrofurantoin.
Generic for Nitrofurantoin and Pregnancy
Studies indicate use of Generic Nitrofurantoin is not likely to harm an unborn baby. However, generic Nitrofurantoin should not be taken by pregnant women who are at term (38-42 weeks gestation), during labor and delivery, or when the onset of labor is imminent. Do not take generic Nitrofurantoin without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant
Generic for Nitrofurantoin and Breastfeeding
Generic Nitrofurantoin is likely to be secreted into breast milk and may harm a nursing infant. Ask your health care provider for advice before using them if you are breast feeding.
Generic for Nitrofurantoin and Pediatric
Generic Nitrofurantoin is not recommended for children as they cannot properly eliminate the drug from their bodies, and dangerous side effects could result. Do talk to your doctor and seek medical opinion.
Generic for Nitrofurantoin and Geriatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Nitrofurantoin in geriatric patients have not been established.
Note
The above information about Generic Nitrofurantoin serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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