MARTIFUR 100mg Tablet

WHAT IS NITROFURANTOIN?

Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic drug that is mainly prescribed for the treatment of urinary tract infections. This medication may also be used against other conditions not listed here. Nitrofurantoin is sold under various trade names, a couple of which are Macrodantin and Martifur (made by Walter Bushnell)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT NITROFURANTOIN:

You should not take Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin, Martifur) if you allergic to it, or if you have severe kidney disease, urination problems, or a history of jaundice or liver problems caused by Nitrofurantoin. Women in their last 2 to 4 weeks of pregnancy should also not take this medicine.

Before taking Nitrofurantoin, notify your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney disease, anemia, diabetes, an electrolyte imbalance or vitamin B deficiency, a genetic enzyme deficiency, or any type of debilitating disease.

It is recommended that you take Nitrofurantoin with food. Do not use any type of antacids while taking this medicine. Ask your doctor if you need to use an antacid during treatment with Nitrofurantoin.

Use Nitrofurantoin medication regularly and for the complete duration of time as prescribed. Symptoms improve usually before the entire course of the medication is over.

BEFORE TAKING NITROFURANTOIN:

To be sure that Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin, Martifur) is safe for you, let your doctor known in advance if you have any of these conditions: kidney disease, anemia, diabetes, an electrolyte imbalance or vitamin B deficiency, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, or any type of debilitating disease.

HOW SHOULD I TAKE NITROFURANTOIN?

All medications must be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor or as mentioned in the medication label or patient leaflet which comes along with the medication. Directions may defer for different conditions and may depend on other factors. Always store Nitrofurantoin in a cool and dry place.

WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE?

Missing even a single dose of Nitrofurantoin can be detrimental for your condition. But if you miss a dose due to uncontrollable reasons, take it as soon as you remember it. However, skip the miss dose if it is too long since the original time to take the dose and very close to the time for the next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

WHAT IF I OVERDOSE?

If you think that you have taken an overdose of Nitrofurantoin, contact the Doctor immediately for further course of action.

WHAT SHOULD I AVOID WHILE TAKING NITROFURANTOIN?

Antibiotics medicine can cause diarrhea. Do not take any diarrhea medicine without asking your doctor. Also, do not consume any type of antacids while taking Nitrofurantoin. Ask your doctor about the proper type of antacid to be had.

SIDE EFFECTS OF MARTIFUR 100MG:

COMMON

Nausea
Vomiting
Loss of appetite, or headache

SERIOUS

Symptoms of lung problems include chest pain
Shortness of breath, or unusual/persistent cough
Infection (fever, persistent sore throat)
Easy bruising/bleeding
Mental/mood changes
Persistent or severe headache, or vision changes

NITROFURANTOIN DOSING INFORMATION:

You must follow the exact dosage of Nitrofurantoin as advised by your doctor. Do not alter it under any circumstances without your doctor’s advice.

INTERACTION WITH OTHER DRUGS:

You must share in advance with your doctor, the list of all medications which you may be using, especially these: magnesium salicylates, choline magnesium, and probenecid. These drugs may interact with Nitrofurantoin. However, this is incomplete information as mentioning all the details here is out of scope for this guide. There may be other medications. Never start a new medication with consulting a doctor.

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

USES OF MARTIFUR TABLET MR

• Treatment of Bacterial infections of urinary tract

BENEFITS OF MARTIFUR TABLET MR

In Treatment of Bacterial infections of urinary tract

Martifur 100mg Tablet works by stopping the growth of the bacteria in the urine that cause urinary tract infections. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

SIDE EFFECTS OF MARTIFUR TABLET MR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Martifur

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea

HOW TO USE MARTIFUR TABLET MR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Martifur MR 100mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

HOW MARTIFUR TABLET MR WORKS

Martifur 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria in the urine that causes infection.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Martifur 100mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Martifur 100mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Martifur 100mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

UNSAFE

Martifur 100mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Martifur 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Martifur 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Martifur 100mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease, who are unable to pass urine or have high creatinine levels.

Liver

CAUTION

Martifur  100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Martifur 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Martifur 100mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE MARTIFUR TABLET MR?

If you miss a dose of Martifur 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.