Uritop Information
Uritop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Uritop have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Uritop. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Uritop as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Uritop are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Uritop's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Uritop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Uritop since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Uritop contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Uritop have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Uritop is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Uritop Benefits & Uses
Uritop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
Uritop 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 |
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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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Uritop Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Uritop 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
Uritop Related Warnings
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Is the use of Uritop safe for pregnant women?
Uritop is safe for pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Uritop safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Uritop. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Uritop on the Kidneys?
Uritop rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Uritop on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Uritop on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Uritop on the Heart?
Side effects of Uritop rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Uritop with Other Drugs
Uritop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Uritop Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Uritop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Liver Disease
- Diabetes
- Peripheral Neuropathy
Frequently asked Questions about Uritop
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Is this Uritop habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Uritop.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Uritop you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Uritop should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Uritop is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Uritop Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Uritop
Taking Uritop with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Uritop
You may consume alcohol while taking Uritop. But caution is still important.
Safe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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
