Nitrofurantoin (Niftas) is an antibiotic, prescribed for urinary tract infections.

Manufacture: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Description

Niftas (Nitrofurantoin) is a bactericidal antibiotic which helps to treat or prevent urinary tract infections.

How it works

It works by interfering with the bacterial wall synthesis and thus stops the growth of the bacteria.

Warning and Precautions

Pregnancy:

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with a doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding:

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with a doctor before taking this medicine.

Lung toxicity:

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with lung diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Impaired liver function:

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Hemolytic anemia:

This medicine may cause abnormal breakdown of blood cells. Close monitoring of blood cell count and hemoglobin is necessary. Discontinue the treatment if any signs of decreased hemoglobin and red blood cell count appear.

Drug-resistance:

This medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that is drug resistant.

Driving or operating machinery:

This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Other uses

Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for indications other than those stated above in certain specific circumstances, especially if other medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor in such cases.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Possible Side effects

Skin rash

Fever and chills

Burning or tingling sensation

Headache

Drowsiness

Diarrhea

Excessive gas in stomach

Dosage

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor in case of an overdose.

All the information given above is a summary. You should visit your doctor, pharmacist or health care provider to get more information about Niftas (Nitrofurantoin). Do not share this medicine with the others who it was not prescribed for. Do not use it for other health conditions. Do not take tables with an end term of their storage.