Urifur is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Urifur is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Urifur safe for pregnant women?
Urifur is safe to take during pregnancy.
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.
What is the effect of Urifur on the Kidneys?
Urifur rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Urifur on the Liver?
Urifur is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Urifur on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Urifur on the heart have been reported.
Urifur should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Urifur unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Urifur habit forming or addictive?
Urifur is not addictive in nature.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, Urifur is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Urifur is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Urifur
Taking Urifur with food is 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.
Yes Urifur 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.
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.
Discontinuing Urifur on your own can increase the chances of infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
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.
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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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
