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Nitrobest, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Nitrobest has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Nitrobest depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Nitrobest as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nitrobest are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Nitrobest has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Nitrobest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nitrobest related warnings section.
Nitrobest can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nitrobest in conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Nitrobest are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Nitrobest have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nitrobest is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Nitrobest 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 Nitrobest is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Nitrobest safe for pregnant women?
Nitrobest is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Nitrobest safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Nitrobest. If you see any side effects, stop taking Nitrobest immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Nitrobest again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Nitrobest on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Nitrobest on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Nitrobest on the Liver?
Side effects of Nitrobest rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Nitrobest on the Heart?
Nitrobest may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Nitrobest 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 Nitrobest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nitrobest habit forming or addictive?
Nitrobest does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Nitrobest you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Nitrobest only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Nitrobest cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Nitrobest
Taking Nitrobest with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nitrobest
You may consume alcohol while taking Nitrobest. But caution is still important.
No, Nitrobest does not cause gastritis. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, sometimes Nitrobest can cause pancreatitis (Inflammation of pancreas) which results in intense abdominal pain. If you experience severe abdominal pain after taking this drug then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Nitrobest contain nitrofurantoin. It works by inhibiting DNA, RNA, protein, and cell wall synthesis. This inhibition in the synthesis of these vital components results in the death of bacteria which is responsible for the infection. Hence in this way, Nitrobest treats the urinary tract infection.
Yes, Nitrobest can prevent and treat kidney infection. Nitrobest contain nitrofurantoin which is effective against the bacteria which causes kidney infection hence this drug is used to treat kidney infection.
Discontinuing Nitrobest 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, Nitrobest may cause headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of headache is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
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References
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