Nitrofurantoin
Nitrofurantoin
Ingredients & Drug Type
Nitrofurantoin is listed as Antibiotic containing Nitrofurantoin. An antibiotic used for selected bacterial infections; it does not treat viral colds.
- Active ingredient
- Nitrofurantoin
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Dosage form
- Capsule
- Strength
- 100mg
Dosing
- Adult
- 100mg كل 6–12 ساعة
- Frequency
- كل 8–12 ساعة
- Route
- oral
- Frequency: كل 8–12 ساعة.
- Route: oral.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
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Medical Overview
Nitrofurantoin is listed as Antibiotic containing Nitrofurantoin. An antibiotic used for selected bacterial infections; it does not treat viral colds.
Nitrofurantoin (nitrofurantoin MR) is the global first-line bladder specialist — urine-concentrated, decades-low resistance, 5-day BID course with food. Useless (and unsafe) beyond the bladder: never for pyelonephritis, significant renal impairment, term pregnancy or G6PD deficiency. Dark urine is normal.
Uses / Indications
- Lower urinary tract infections
- recurrent prophylaxis
- Bacterial infections selected by a clinician based on infection site and likely organisms.
Side Effects
- غثيان (يقل كثيراً مع الطعام)
- صداع
- وبول داكن اللون (طبيعي وغير مؤذٍ — أخبر مريضك سلفاً). النادر المهم مع الاستخدام المديد: تفاعلات رئوية (سعال وضيق مستجدان = إيقاف ومراجعة) واعتلال أعصاب محيطية وتأثير كبدي — لذا تُراجَع الوقاية الطويلة دورياً.
- Upset stomach, diarrhea, or rash; allergy symptoms or severe diarrhea require urgent advice.
Contraindications
- **قصور كلوي واضح ممنوع** (لا يتركز بالبول فيفشل ويتراكم سمّياً)
- الشهر الأخير من الحمل وحديثو الولادة (فقر دم انحلالي)
- عوز G6PD (أنيميا الفول) — انحلال دم
- وأمراض رئة سابقة منه.
- Previous allergy to the same drug class or a serious antibiotic reaction.
Warnings
- Avoid in acute renal failure and G6PD deficiency
- Complete the prescribed course and never use leftover antibiotics or another person’s prescription.
Drug Interactions
- مضادات الحموضة الحاوية مغنيسيوم تنقص امتصاصه (فاصل ساعات)
- البروبينسيد يضعف وصوله للبول
- ولا يُجمع مع الكينولونات نظرياً (تضاد مخبري). قليل الدسائس عموماً.
- Tell your clinician about blood thinners, contraception, heart medicines, seizure medicines, and other antibiotics.
Patient Guidance
- Do not start an antibiotic without a prescription.
- Seek care for allergy, breathing difficulty, swelling, or severe diarrhea.
- Stopping early can increase bacterial resistance.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Nitrofurantoin?
Nitrofurantoin contains Nitrofurantoin and is categorized as Antibiotic. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Nitrofurantoin?
Catalog dosing information includes: 100mg كل 6–12 ساعة. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Nitrofurantoin?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Nitrofurantoin be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.