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Furent is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Furent have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Furent depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Furent side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Furent normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Furent has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Furent has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Furent related warnings section.
Furent can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Furent in conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Furent have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Furent may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Furent is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Furent is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Furent is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Furent safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Furent safely.
Is the use of Furent safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Furent. If you see any side effects, stop taking Furent immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Furent again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Furent on the Kidneys?
Furent may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Furent on the Liver?
Furent is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Furent on the Heart?
Furent may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Furent should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Furent unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Furent habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Furent has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Furent as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Furent is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Furent is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Furent
Taking Furent with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Furent
Drinking alcohol while on Furent does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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
