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Utab Information

Utab is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Utab also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Utab. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Utab can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Utab 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 Utab has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Utab has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Utab related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Utab since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Utab have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Utab have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Utab is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Utab Benefits & Uses
Utab Dosage & How to Take
Utab Side Effects
Utab Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Utab with Other Drugs
Utab Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Utab
Utab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Utab Benefits & Uses

Utab is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cystitis

Utab 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

Utab Related Warnings

Is the use of Utab safe for pregnant women?

Utab is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Utab safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Utab. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Utab on the Kidneys?

Utab rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Utab on the Liver?

Utab has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Utab on the Heart?

Utab is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Utab with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Leflunomide

Moderate

Utab Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Anemia
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Utab

Is this Utab habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Utab has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Utab only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Utab cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Utab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Utab

You can take Utab with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Utab

Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Utab does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Utab

Question over 4 years ago

Does Utab cause headache?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Utab 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Utab bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Utab 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Utab safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Utab 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 over 4 years ago

Can Utab treat kidney disease?

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

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Utab without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Utab is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to the patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.