Martifur: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Martifur Information

Martifur is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Martifur have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Martifur is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Martifur have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Martifur 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.

In addition, Martifur's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Martifur related warnings talks about Martifur's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Martifur is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Martifur contraindications section.

Additionally, Martifur may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Martifur is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Martifur Benefits & Uses
Martifur Dosage & How to Take
Martifur Side Effects
Martifur Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Martifur with Other Drugs
Martifur Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Martifur
Martifur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Martifur Benefits & Uses

Martifur is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Cystitis

Martifur 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: 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: 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: 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: 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

Martifur Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Martifur 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

Martifur Related Warnings

Is the use of Martifur safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Martifur in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Martifur safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Martifur. Immediately discontinue Martifur if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Martifur on the Kidneys?

Martifur rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Martifur on the Liver?

Martifur has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Martifur on the Heart?

Martifur has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Martifur with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Leflunomide

Moderate

Martifur Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Anemia
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Martifur

Is this Martifur habit forming or addictive?

Martifur is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Martifur as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Martifur is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Martifur cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Martifur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Martifur

Taking Martifur with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Martifur

You may consume alcohol while taking Martifur. But caution is still important.

Safe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
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)