Nitrofurantoin Sustained Release Tablets

Nitrofurantoin Sustained Release Tablets are available with the branding “FURAN-100” and are a category of antibacterial or antibiotics. It is utilised to prevent as well as treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infection (UTI), including Bladder Infection (cystitis). Apart from this, it is utilised in the treatment of kidney infections. A urinary tract infection is commonly referred to as a urinary tract infection (or UTI). The majority of infections of the urine are due to germs (bacteria) and can be treated with this medication.

At times, more extended treatment is necessary to stop infections from returning. Nitrofurantoin Sustained Release Tablets comprises Nitrofurantoin. When you have NITROFUR SR TABLET, your body efficiently filters it from your blood to your urine system. If it is a case of urinary tract infection, that means the therapy is localised to where the disease lies. However, nitrofurantoin eradicates bacteria by entering their cell and killing their DNA. For this reason, it is efficacious against infections caused by bacteria.

Uses of Nitrofurantoin Sustained Release Tablets

• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): It is used to treat urinary tract infections that are due to bacteria such as E. coli, by inhibiting bacterial growth, relieving symptoms and eliminating the infection.
• Bladder Infection: It can be used to cure bladder infections by destroying the bacteria causing the infection, relieving symptoms such as burning micturition and frequent micturition.
• Cystitis: It is also used to treat cystitis, a condition of bladder inflammation usually caused by bacterial infections. It alleviates symptoms and eradicates the infection.
• Kidney infections: It can also relieve symptoms of kidney infections that are usually brought about by bacteria.

Directions For Use

• Take exactly as directed by your physician.
• Always take with food or a glass of milk.
• Swallow the tablet whole – do not crush or chew.
• Take at the same time each day for best effect.
• Finish the full course even if you start to feel better.

Storage

• Store Nitrofurantoin Sustained Release Tablets at room temperature.
• Keep them away from excessive heat, moisture, and light.
• Follow the storage instructions given on the medication packaging.
• Keep this medication out of reach of children and pets.
• Check the specific storage guidelines supplied with the prescription or as instructed by the pharmacist.

Precautions

• Do not use if you have porphyria (a disorder of the blood), glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, severe kidney disease, diabetes, or any illness that causes severe weakness, anaemia or vitamin B deficiency.
• Tell your doctor if you have ever had a transplant of a kidney, heart, or lung; a joint or tendon disease like rheumatoid arthritis (an autoimmune disease that affects joints to cause pain, swelling, and loss of function); seizures (fits); or epilepsy or if you engage in regular exercise.
• Taking this medicine may worsen muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis (a nervous system disorder that causes muscle weakness) and cause severe difficulty breathing or death.
• Avoid taking grapefruit, a calcium-rich food, along with this medication.
• Also, do not expose it to sunlight while taking this medicine, as it may increase the phototoxicity or photosensitivity.

Side Effects

• Dizziness or feeling sleepy
• Diarrhoea
• Headaches
• Being sick (vomiting)
• Loss of appetite

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I take a double dose if I forget the last one? 

No, never take two doses at once. If you forget a dose, just take the next one at the usual time. Taking extra can cause more side effects.

Does this medication affect vision?

Yes, in some individuals, it can lead to blurred vision, and in rare cases, it might become severe. If you experience any vision change, inform your doctor immediately.

Can this tablet affect the brain?

In some cases, it might produce side effects such as headache, dizziness, drowsiness, a spinning feeling, or nerve issues. If you experience something unexpected, talk with your doctor.

Is this drug a sleeping pill?

No, it is not a sleeping tablet. It’s an antibiotic to treat infections. But it could make you drowsy or dizzy.

How long does it take to have an effect?

It will begin to work within a few hours, but you have to take it for 5 to 7 days in order to get rid of the infection completely.

Can this composition treat anxiety?

No, it is not for anxiety. It is for treating urinary tract infections (UTIs).

What should I avoid while taking it?

Avoid eating spicy or acidic foods, alcohol, and excessive caffeine because they may worsen side effects or UTI symptoms.

Can I stop taking it if I feel better?

No, you must complete the entire course as instructed by your physician. Stopping early may result in the infection recurring or becoming more difficult to treat.

Can it lead to weight loss?

Some individuals may lose weight or become less hungry when taking it, but this is not what happens to everybody.