Nitrofur: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Nitrofur Information

Nitrofur is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Nitrofur have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Nitrofur depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nitrofur can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nitrofur are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Nitrofur's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Nitrofur related warnings talks about Nitrofur's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Nitrofur can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nitrofur in conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease. The section on Nitrofur contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Nitrofur may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nitrofur is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Nitrofur Benefits & Uses
Nitrofur Dosage & How to Take
Nitrofur Side Effects
Nitrofur Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Nitrofur with Other Drugs
Nitrofur Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Nitrofur
Nitrofur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Nitrofur Benefits & Uses

Nitrofur is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cystitis

Nitrofur Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Nitrofur Related Warnings

Is the use of Nitrofur safe for pregnant women?

Nitrofur is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Nitrofur safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Nitrofur. Immediately discontinue Nitrofur if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Nitrofur on the Kidneys?

Nitrofur may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nitrofur on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Nitrofur on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Nitrofur on the Heart?

Nitrofur has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nitrofur with Other Drugs

Nitrofur should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Leflunomide

Moderate

Nitrofur Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nitrofur unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Anemia
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Nitrofur

Is this Nitrofur habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Nitrofur has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Nitrofur you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nitrofur should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Nitrofur for mental disorders.

No

Nitrofur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nitrofur

Taking Nitrofur with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nitrofur

You may consume alcohol while taking Nitrofur. But caution is still important.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Nitrofur

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Nitrofur without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Nitrofur is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to the patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Nitrofur cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes Nitrofur can cause diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. This condition arises due to an imbalance in the gut flora. Generally, most of the antibiotics kill colonies of "good" as well as "bad bacteria" resulting in the imbalance of microbes causing diarrhoea. You are recommended to avoid heavy and spicy meals along with the intake of this medicine. Also, keep yourself hydrated and take ample rest in case of mild diarrhoea. If you have severe diarrhoea consult with your doctor instantly he/she will prescribe you medicines to stop stool output. After you have completely recovered from diarrhoea you can choose to have a "probiotic" to ensure the re-growth of good bacteria in your gut.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Nitrofur cause gastritis?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Nitrofur does not cause gastritis. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, sometimes Nitrofur can cause pancreatitis (Inflammation of pancreas) which results in intense abdominal pain. If you experience severe abdominal pain after taking this drug then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Nitrofur bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Nitrofur is bactericidal that means it kills the bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria. In the absence of the cell wall, the bacteria eventually die.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Nitrofur safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Nitrofur is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dark yellow or brown urine, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.