Nitrofur SR Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Nitrofurantoin (100 mg)

Nitrofur SR Tablet

14 Tablet in 1 Strip
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Nitrofur Information

Nitrofur is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Nitrofur have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Nitrofur 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nitrofur can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nitrofur are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

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

Nitrofur can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nitrofur in conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease. The section on Nitrofur contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Nitrofur may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nitrofur is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Nitrofur Benefits & Uses

Nitrofur is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Nitrofur 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


Nitrofur Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nitrofur is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • पेट दर्द
  • Urticaria

Nitrofur Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Nitrofur safe for pregnant women?


    Nitrofur is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Nitrofur safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Nitrofur. Immediately discontinue Nitrofur 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 Nitrofur on the Kidneys?


    Nitrofur may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Nitrofur on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Nitrofur on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Nitrofur on the Heart?


    Nitrofur has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Nitrofur with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Nitrofur Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Nitrofur

  • Is this Nitrofur habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Nitrofur has not been reported.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Nitrofur should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Nitrofur for mental disorders.

    No

Nitrofur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Nitrofur


    Taking Nitrofur with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Nitrofur


    You may consume alcohol while taking Nitrofur. 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)

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

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



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