Nifty

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  • Contains / Salt: Nitrofurantoin (100 mg)
  • Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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    • Country of Origin: India

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    Nifty Information

    Nifty is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Nifty has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

    The correct dosage of Nifty depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

    Some other side effects of Nifty have been listed ahead. These side effects of Nifty are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

    It is also important to note that Nifty has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Nifty has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nifty related warnings section.

    Nifty can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nifty in conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Nifty are listed in the contraindications section below.

    Additionally, Nifty may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

    In addition to the above precautions for Nifty, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



    Nifty Benefits & Uses

    Nifty is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Other Benefits

    Nifty 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

    Nifty Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Nifty safe for pregnant women?


      Nifty is safe for pregnant women.

      Safe
    • Is the use of Nifty safe during breastfeeding?


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


      Nifty rarely harms the kidneys.

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


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

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


      Nifty is rarely harmful for the heart.

      Mild


    Severe Interaction of Nifty with Other Drugs

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

    Severe

    Moderate



    Nifty Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Nifty

    • Is this Nifty habit forming or addictive?


      Forming a habit of Nifty has not been reported.

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


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

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, Nifty 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, Nifty cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

      No

    Nifty Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Nifty


      You can take Nifty with food.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Nifty


      You may consume alcohol while taking Nifty. But caution is still important.

      Safe


    Frequently asked Questions about Nifty

    Question about 5 years ago

    What is Nifty?

    Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

    Nifty 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 almost 5 years ago

    Is Nifty safe to use?

    Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Nifty 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 about 4 years ago

    Can I take Nifty with ibuprofen?

    Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Nifty can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Can Nifty cause diarrhoea?

    Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

    Yes Nifty 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 almost 5 years ago

    Is Nifty bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

    Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

    Nifty is bactericidal that means it kills the bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria. In the absence of the cell wall, the bacteria eventually die.



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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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