Dose adjustment in renal impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Leaflet FUROLIN 50mg capsules
- Product code:
- W70646001
- Quantity:
- 20
- Indicated for:
- bacterial urinary tract infections
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- nitrofurantoin (antibacterial antibiotic)
- ATC
- J01XE01 — Antiinfectives for systemic use | Other antibacterials | Nitrofuran derivatives
Precautions:
Anaphylaxis
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
Colitis / severe diarrhea
Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea occurs.
Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic primarily used to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, thereby destroying pathogenic microorganisms.
It is effective against a wide range of bacteria, including Escherichia coli, one of the most common causes of urinary infections. Nitrofurantoin is usually taken orally in capsule or tablet form.
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. In rare cases, it may cause severe allergic reactions or lung function impairment.
It is important to complete the full prescribed course to prevent the development of bacterial resistance. Consult your doctor before use, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
It is effective against a wide range of bacteria, including Escherichia coli, one of the most common causes of urinary infections. Nitrofurantoin is usually taken orally in capsule or tablet form.
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. In rare cases, it may cause severe allergic reactions or lung function impairment.
It is important to complete the full prescribed course to prevent the development of bacterial resistance. Consult your doctor before use, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
General data about FUROLIN 50mg
- Substance:
- nitrofurantoin
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-11-2024
- Product code:
- W70646001
- Concentration:
- 50mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- capsules
- Quantity:
- 20
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Concentrations available for nitrofurantoin
- 100mg
- 50mg