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Urifur Benefits & Uses

Urifur is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Urifur 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


Urifur Side Effects

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • पेट दर्द
  • Urticaria

Urifur Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Urifur safe for pregnant women?


    Urifur is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Urifur safe during breastfeeding?


    Urifur may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Urifur, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Urifur.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Urifur on the Kidneys?


    Urifur rarely harms the kidneys.

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


    Urifur is rarely harmful for the liver.

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


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

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Urifur with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Urifur Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Urifur

  • Is this Urifur habit forming or addictive?


    Urifur is not addictive in nature.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Urifur is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Urifur is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Urifur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Urifur


    Taking Urifur with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Urifur


    Drinking alcohol while on Urifur does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.

    Safe


Frequently asked Questions about Urifur

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Urifur?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Take Urifur 2-4 times a day for 7 days or as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken with food because the presence of food promotes the faster absorption of this drug from the stomach and helps in avoiding stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with anemia, diabetes, lungs disease, and history of allergy.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Urifur?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Urifur 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 over 4 years ago

Can I take Urifur with omeprazole?

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

Yes, Urifur 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 over 4 years ago

Does Urifur 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, Urifur 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Urifur treat kidney disease?

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

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



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

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