Furadantin Information
Furadantin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Furadantin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Furadantin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Furadantin have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Furadantin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Furadantin has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Furadantin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Furadantin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Furadantin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Furadantin with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Furadantin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Furadantin Benefits & Uses
Furadantin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
Furadantin Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Furadantin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Furadantin is used -
Severe
- Maculopapular rash
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Drowsiness
- Headache
Moderate
- Joint aches
- Chest Pain
- Joint pain
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- पेट दर्द
- Urticaria
Furadantin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Furadantin safe for pregnant women?
Furadantin is safe to take during pregnancy.
Safe -
Is the use of Furadantin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Furadantin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Furadantin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Furadantin again, only after your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Furadantin on the Kidneys?
Furadantin rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Furadantin on the Liver?
Furadantin is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Furadantin on the Heart?
Furadantin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Furadantin with Other Drugs
Furadantin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Furadantin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Furadantin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Liver Disease
- Diabetes
- Peripheral Neuropathy
Frequently asked Questions about Furadantin
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Is this Furadantin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Furadantin.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Furadantin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Furadantin only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Furadantin is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Furadantin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Furadantin
Taking Furadantin with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Furadantin
You may consume alcohol while taking Furadantin. But caution is still important.
Safe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Macrobid ® (nitrofurantoin monohydrate/macrocrystals)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 760
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 914-915
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Macrobid ® (nitrofurantoin monohydrate/macrocrystals)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 760
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 914-915
