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Infura Benefits & Uses

Infura is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cystitis

Infura 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	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Infura Related Warnings

Is the use of Infura safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Infura in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Infura safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Infura. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Infura on the Kidneys?

Infura rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Infura on the Liver?

Infura may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Infura on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Infura on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Infura with Other Drugs

Infura should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Leflunomide

Moderate

Infura Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Infura unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Anemia
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Infura

Is this Infura habit forming or addictive?

Infura is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Infura you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Infura should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Infura cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Infura Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Infura

Taking Infura with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Infura

Infura and alcohol do not lead to side effects, but it is still better to be cautious.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Infura

Question over 5 years ago

What is Infura?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Infura is a brand name of nitrofurantoin and available in different forms such as a tablet, capsule, and suspension. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called nitrofuran antibiotic. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used to treat urinary tract infections and kidney infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Infura cause weight loss?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Infura does not cause weight loss. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Infura is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Infura cause gastritis?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Infura does not cause gastritis. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, sometimes Infura can cause pancreatitis (Inflammation of pancreas) which results in intense abdominal pain. If you experience severe abdominal pain after taking this drug then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Infura cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes Infura can cause diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. This condition arises due to an imbalance in the gut flora. Generally, most of the antibiotics kill colonies of "good" as well as "bad bacteria" resulting in the imbalance of microbes causing diarrhoea. You are recommended to avoid heavy and spicy meals along with the intake of this medicine. Also, keep yourself hydrated and take ample rest in case of mild diarrhoea. If you have severe diarrhoea consult with your doctor instantly he/she will prescribe you medicines to stop stool output. After you have completely recovered from diarrhoea you can choose to have a "probiotic" to ensure the re-growth of good bacteria in your gut.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Infura cause nausea?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Infura may cause nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.