NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule

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NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule Drug and Prescription Information

NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule

NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule Medication Classification

NITROFURANTOIN (By mouth)

NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule Brandname

Macrobid

NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule is used for the Treatment

Treats urinary tract infections. Belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics.

When To Not Use NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule

You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to nitrofurantoin, furazolidone (Furoxone®), or nitrofurazone (Furacin®).

How Should You Use NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule

Capsule, Liquid, Tablet

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
• Shake the oral liquid just before each use.
• Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.
• It is best to take this medicine with food or milk. The oral liquid may be mixed with infant formula, water, or fruit juices.
If a dose is missed:
• If you take your medicine 3 times or more every day and you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible, and space your next two doses 2 to 4 hours apart.
• You should not use two doses at the same time.

Proper NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule Storage

Store NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Avoid taking antacids, probenecid (Benemid®), or nalidixic acid (NegGram®) while taking nitrofurantoin.

NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule Warnings

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
• Nitrofurantoin may cause incorrect results with some urine sugar tests.
• You may notice a brownish color in your urine while using this medicine.
• Do not stop taking your medicine unless your doctor tells you to. If you stop taking it too soon, your infection may return.

NITROFURANTOIN (Oral) (Capsule Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Wheezing or trouble breathing
• Swelling of the face, throat, or lips
• Rash, itching, or hives
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Fever
• Numbness, weakness, or tingling of arms or legs