Uses / Indications:
The doctor gives you Urifast 100 mg Capsule for:
Acute and persistent urinary tract infections, such as cystitis and pyelonephritis.
Prophylaxis: Stopping UTIs from coming back, especially in people who have had them a lot in the past.
It works against a number of bacteria that are known to cause UTIs.
Pregnancy interaction:
It is not a good idea to take Urifast 100 mg Capsule while pregnant, especially during labor and delivery, because it could hurt the baby. But in some life-threatening cases, a doctor may give it to you if the advantages are greater than the hazards. Always talk to your doctor before using this medicine while you are pregnant.
Breastfeeding
Be careful when using when breastfeeding. Nitrofurantoin may get into breast milk and hurt a breastfeeding baby, especially one with G6PD impairment. Talk to your doctor about whether you should stop breastfeeding or taking the medicine.
Expert advice:
Finish the Course: To avoid antibiotic resistance, you must finish the complete course, even if you feel better.
Drink a lot of fluids to help get rid of bacteria in the urinary tract.
Don't drink alcohol. It can make adverse effects like nausea and dizziness more likely.
Watch for Side Effects: If you notice any strange symptoms, tell your doctor right away.
Side Effects:
Some common side effects are:
Feeling sick and throwing up
Not wanting to eat
Diarrhea
Feeling dizzy or sleepy
Pain in the head
Serious side effects are not common, but they can happen.
Toxicity to the lungs (acute, subacute, or chronic pulmonary responses)
Anemia
Problems with the liver
Peripheral neuropathy
People with G6PD deficiency might get hemolytic anemia.
If you have any of these significant side effects, you should call your doctor right away.
How to use:
Dosage: Take the medicine exactly as your doctor says.
How to take: Take the capsule whole with a glass of water.
Food: Take it with food or milk to help your body absorb it better and keep your stomach from getting upset.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, don't take the one you missed. Don't take twice as much.
How it works:
Nitrofurantoin kills bacteria by stopping the enzymes that make DNA, RNA, cell walls, and other important parts of cells from working. It works against a wide range of germs that cause UTIs.
Faq for medicine:
Q1: Is it okay to use Urifast 100 mg Capsule if I have a cold or flu?
A1: No, Urifast is an antibiotic that only works against bacterial infections, not viral ones like the flu or cold.
Q2: How long does it take for Urifast to help with a UTI?
A2: You might start to feel better in a few days. But make careful to finish the whole course as directed to make sure the infection is completely gone.
Q3: If my kidneys are not working right, can I take Urifast?
A3: Be careful when giving this to people with kidney condition. You may need to change the dose. Talk to your doctor before using.
Q4: Do you have to follow any special diets while taking Urifast?
A4: There are no special dietary limitations. But taking the medicine with food or milk can help calm your stomach.
Q5: Is it okay to discontinue taking Urifast when I feel better?
A5: No, finish the whole course that was prescribed to you to stop the infection from coming back and to avoid antibiotic resistance.
Medicine interaction:
Be careful when taking Urifast with:
Antacids with magnesium in them may make it harder for nitrofurantoin to be absorbed.
Probenecid: Could raise the amount of nitrofurantoin in the blood.
Anticholinergic medications may make nitrofurantoin easier to absorb.
Always tell your doctor about any drugs, supplements, or herbal products you are using.
