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Saftoin Benefits & Uses

Saftoin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Cystitis

Saftoin 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

Saftoin Related Warnings

Is the use of Saftoin safe for pregnant women?

Saftoin is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Saftoin safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Saftoin on the Kidneys?

Saftoin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Saftoin on the Liver?

Saftoin has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Saftoin on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Saftoin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Leflunomide

Moderate

Saftoin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Anemia
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Saftoin

Is this Saftoin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Saftoin.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Saftoin. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Saftoin only as per medical advice.

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

No, Saftoin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Saftoin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Saftoin

It is safe to take Saftoin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Saftoin

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

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Saftoin

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Saftoin with omeprazole?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Saftoin can be taken with omeprazole. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Saftoin cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes Saftoin 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

Can Saftoin treat kidney disease?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Saftoin can prevent and treat kidney infection. Saftoin contain nitrofurantoin which is effective against the bacteria which causes kidney infection hence this drug is used to treat kidney infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Saftoin safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Saftoin is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dark yellow or brown urine, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Saftoin cause weight loss?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

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