Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. It is primarily used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs). Nitrofurantoin is taken by mouth with food.
- Common Side Effects:
- Nausea
- Loss of appetite
- Diarrhea
- Headaches
- Warnings and Precautions:
- Kidney Disease: Do not take nitrofurantoin if you have severe kidney disease.
- Pregnancy: Avoid using it in the last 2 to 4 weeks of pregnancy.
- Breastfeeding: Nitrofurantoin can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby.
- Not for Infants: It should not be given to a child younger than 1 month old.
- Duration of Use:
- Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time.
- Skipping doses may increase the risk of antibiotic-resistant infections.
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