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Nitrofurantoin suspension - oral

(nye-trow-fyour-an-toe-in)

common brand names: Furadantin

Furadantin Usage: Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic used to treat urinary tract infections.

How to use Furadantin: Shake well before using this drug. Take with food or milk as directed. it drug may be diluted in water, juice, milk or formula to improve taste. Rinse out mouth after each dose to help prevent the temporary staining about the teeth. Antibiotics work best when amount of medicine at you're body is kept at constant level. Do this by taking drug at evenly spaced intervals throughout day and night. Continue to take this drug until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in relapse of infection.

Furadantin side effects: can cause stomach upset, diarrhea, loss about appetite, nausea, dizziness & headache during the 1'st several days as your body adjusts to medication. If these symptoms persist or become severe, inform your physician. may cause urine to turn yellow-brown in color. it isn't cause for concern and will disappear when the med is stopped. Inform youre doctor if you develop: unusual weakness, tingling about hands or feet, chills, muscle aches, cough, yellowing of the eyes or skin. in unlikely episode you have an allergic reaction to it tablet, seek healthcare professional attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, fever, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre pharmacist or pharmacist.

Furadantin Precautions: Before using this drug, tell your physician your medical history, including: allergies (drug allergies), kidney disease, liver disease, lung disease, nerve disorders (peripheral neuropathy), anemia, diabetes, eye problems (optic neuritis). Use about this pill for prolonged or repeated periods may result at a secondary infection (e.g., oral, bladder or vaginal yeast infection). Avoid use of this medication at infants less then 1 month old. it drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks and benefits with some your doctor. Avoid use at term or past term (38 to 42 weeks about pregnancy) & during labor & delivery. this drug passes into breast milk. Breast-feeding while using nitrofurantoin is not recommended. Consult your doctor.

Furadantin pill interactions: Inform your healthcare professional about every medicines you use (both prescription & nonprescription) especially of: probenecid, sulfinpyrazone, quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin), magnesium trisilicate-containing antacids. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or healthcare professional approval.

Furadantin Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include vomiting.

Furadantin special notes: it medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else. different drug may be necessary in those cases.

If you missed Furadantin dose: Take the missed dose as soon as remembered unless it is almost clock for next dose. If It's almost time for following dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.

Furadantin Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 to 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away form moisture & sunlight. don't store in bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Nitrofurantoin Suspension