Nitrofurantoin (Generic Macrodantin®) is an antibiotic, which eliminates bacteria that cause urinary tract infections. The mechanism by which it kills bacteria is unknown. However it is well absorbed from the gut and reaches high concentrations in the urine where it kills the bacteria responsible for these infections. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. Usage, Directions, Indication and Instructions. This is used for infections of the urinary tract. Inform your doctor your medical history and all the medications you are currently on and have previously taken. If you have diabetes, use Clinistix or Tes-Tape instead of Clinitest to test your urine for sugar. This can cause Clinitest to show false results. Adverse Reactions, Precautions and Warning. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately like difficulty breathing, excessive tiredness, fever or chills, chest pain and persistent cough. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately. This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. Your urine may turn dark yellow or brown; but this effect is harmless. Remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you. This is not recommended for patients during pregnancy or by nursing mothers. Dosage and Administration. The usual dose is 100mg taken two or four times a day for at least 7 days. Take it with a full glass of water and with meals. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.. Important. Take until you finish the prescription, even if you feel better. Stopping too soon may cause bacteria to become resistant to antibiotics. Take strictly in accordance with your Doctors’ advice.
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