Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic that is used in adults and children at least 1 month old to treat or prevent urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria.
Nitrofurantoin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
uses
What is Nitrofurantoin (Oral) used for?
- Cystitis
- Cystitis Prophylaxis
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Tuberculosis - Urinary Tract
- Infection - Bacterial/Fungal/Protozoal/Viral
warnings
What is the most important information I should know about Nitrofurantoin (Oral)?
You should not take nitrofurantoin if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
Do not take nitrofurantoin during late pregnancy (from 38 weeks through delivery).
Do not give this medicine to children younger than 1 month old.
It is not known if nitrofurantoin will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
You should not breastfeed a baby under 1 month old or who has a glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.
- a history of jaundice or liver problems caused by taking nitrofurantoin;
- problems with urination (little or no urination); or
- severe kidney disease.
- anemia (low red blood cells);
- diabetes;
- an electrolyte imbalance or vitamin B deficiency;
- a genetic enzyme deficiency called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency;
- any other medical condition;
- liver problems; or
- kidney disease.
Tell your doctor if you have or ever had:
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Side Effects
What are the side effects of Nitrofurantoin (Oral)?
Get emergency medical help if you have (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling). signs of an allergic reactionor a severe skin reaction
Call your doctor at once if you have:
Nitrofurantoin can cause rare but serious lung problems. Call your doctor at once if you have: feeling short of breath on exertion, wheezing, chest pain or discomfort, dry cough or hack, feeling weak or tired, loss of appetite, rapid weight loss, chills, or fever.
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
- severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody (even if it occurs months after your last dose);
- pain and burning when you urinate;
- numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands or feet;
- pale skin, confusion or weakness; or
- liver problems--loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain (upper right side), tiredness, itching, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
- nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite;
- dizziness, vertigo (spinning sensation), headache;
- unusual or involuntary eye movements;
- lung or liver problems;
- rash, itching;
- numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands or feet;
- gas; or
- abnormal blood tests.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I take Nitrofurantoin (Oral) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Do not take nitrofurantoin during late pregnancy (from 38 weeks through delivery).
It is not known if nitrofurantoin will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
You should not breastfeed a baby under 1 month old or who has a glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Nitrofurantoin (Oral)?
Ask your doctor before taking an antacid that contains magnesium trisilicate, and take only the type your doctor recommends.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to take Nitrofurantoin (Oral)?
Use Nitrofurantoin (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Your dose needs may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Keep using this medicine even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses could make your infection resistant to medication. Nitrofurantoin will not treat a viral infection (flu or a common cold).
Nitrofurantoin may darken your urine to a brown color. This is normal and is not harmful.
This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using nitrofurantoin.
If you use this medicine long-term, you may need frequent medical tests including blood tests to check your kidney function.
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea. Tell your doctor if you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody.
Take with food.
Doses are based on weight in children. Your child's dose may change if the child gains or loses weight.
Shake the (liquid). Measure a dose with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). oral suspension
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
Store tightly closed at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Protect from light. Use the within 30 days. Throw away any medicine not used within that time. Do not freeze the . oral suspensionoral suspension
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. take two doses at one time. Do not
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose on Nitrofurantoin (Oral)?
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