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Niftran 25 ml Suspension
Manufactured byRanbaxy Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsNitrofurantoin
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Description
Niftran 25 ml Suspension is a bactericidal antibiotic which is used to treat or prevent urinary tract infections. It should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Niftran 25 ml Suspension
Urifast 25 MG Suspension
Cipla Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Niftran 25 ml Suspension
changes in facial skin color
Skin rash
Fever and chills
Burning or tingling sensation
Headache
Drowsiness
Diarrhea
Excessive gas in stomach
Uses of Niftran 25 ml Suspension
What is it prescribed for?
Urinary Tract Infection
This medicine is used in the treatment of infection of the urinary tract caused by Escherichia coli, Klebsiella spp, and Staphylococcus aureus.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendencies were reportedCan this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Nitrofurantoin or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Impaired Kidney function
This medicine is not recommended for the patients who have improper kidney function with CrCl less than 60 ml/min.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Lung diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with lung diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Impaired liver function
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Hemolytic anemia
This medicine may cause abnormal breakdown of blood cells. Close monitoring of blood cell count and hemoglobin is necessary. Discontinue the treatment if any signs of decreased hemoglobin and red blood cell count appear.
Drug-resistance
This medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of developing bacteria that is drug-resistant.
Driving or operating machinery
This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take/Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Ethinyl Estradiol
Cholera Vaccine
Atorvastatin
Adalimumab
Disease interactions
Peripheral Neuropathy
This medicine may cause nerve damage especially in elderly patients with kidney impairment and diabetes mellitus. Any symptoms of tingling or burning sensation should be reported to the doctor. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Follow all the instructions given by the doctor and administer/take this medicine exactly as advised. Do not administer/take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works by interfering with the bacterial wall synthesis and thus stops the growth of the bacteria.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Urinary anti-infectives
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 27 Jan 2020
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