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Urocure SR
Rx100 mg • Capsule (Sustained Release)
Indications & Uses
Nitrofurantoin (NFT) is specifically indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of urinary tract infections caused by susceptible strains of Escherichia coli, Enterococci, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus saprophyticus and certain susceptible strains of Klebsiella and Enterobacter species.
Dosage Reference
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Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Nitrofurantoin tablet (In adults): Uncomplicated urinary tract infections: 50-100 mg four times a day- the lower dosage level is recommended. Therapy should be continued for one week or for at least 3 days after sterility of the urine is obtained. For long-term suppressive therapy: In adults, a reduction of dosage to 50-100 mg at bedtime may be adequate. Nitrofurantoin capsule (In adults): Acute Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): 50 mg four times daily for 7 days. Long term suppression: 50-100 mg once a day. Prophylaxis: 50 mg four times daily for the duration of procedure and for three days thereafter. Nitrofurantoin SR capsule: Adults and Children over 12 years: One 100 mg capsule every 12 hours for seven days. Genito-urinary surgical prophylaxis: One capsule twice daily on day of procedure and for next 3 days. Nitrofurantoin suspension: Children: 5-7 mg/kg/day in four divided doses (contraindicated under one month of age). The average dose of Nintoin suspension for pediatric patients are as follows- 7 to 11 kg: ½ (2.5 ml) teaspoonfuls 4 times daily. 12 to 21 kg: 1 (5 ml) teaspoonfuls 4 times daily. 22 to 30 kg: 1½ (7.5 ml) teaspoonfuls 4 times daily. 31 to 41 kg: 2 (10 ml) teaspoonfuls 4 times daily. Therapy should be continued for one week or for at least 3 days after sterility of the urine is obtained. For long-term suppressive therapy in children, doses as low as 1 mg/kg per 24 hours, given in a single dose or in two divided doses, may be adequate.
Side Effects
Most people taking nitrofurantoin notice nausea, headache, or gas as the most common side effects. Less commonly, it can cause diarrhea, indigestion, stomach pain, constipation, vomiting, dizziness, or drowsiness.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
If acute, sub-acute or chronic pulmonary reactions occur, NFT should be discontinued. Antacid preparations containing magnesium trisilicate should not be taken while taking NFT.
Contraindications
Nitrofurantoin should not be used by patients with anuria, oliguria, or significantly reduced kidney function. It is also contraindicated for pregnant women between 38 and 42 weeks of pregnancy, as well as during labor and delivery. Patients known to be hypersensitive to Nitrofurantoin should not take this medicine either.