What is Nitrofurantoin?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: NitrofurantoinBrand:
Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic that is used to prevent and treat urinary tract infections caused by susceptible strains of E. coli, S. aureus, Enterococcus, Klebsiella, and Enterobacter.
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How do members experience Nitrofurantoin?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bladder problems | 57 | 15 | |
| Prevent infection | 57 | 34 | |
| Urinary tract infection | 27 | 17 | |
| Vesicoureteral reflux | 7 | 0 | |
| Frequent urination | 3 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Diarrhea | 3 | |
| Fatigue | 2 | |
| Stomach discomfort | 2 | |
| Abdominal cramps | 1 | |
| Abnormal urine color | 1 | |
| Chronic diarrhea | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 13 | |
| Mild | 16 | |
| None | 72 |
Member evaluations
MariaE
evaluated on Jun 20, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for Other: Slight
- Side effects: None
HolaBiPola
evaluated on Jan 04, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for UTI symptoms: Major
- Side effects: None
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