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Nitrofurantoin

Nitrofurantoin

What is Nitrofurantoin used for?

Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic used to treat or prevent certain bladder infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses).

CHEMICAL NAME

Nitrofurantoin (NYE-trow-fyour-AN-toe-in)

DRUG TYPE

Infections

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Nitrofurantoin Frequently Asked Questions

Store at room temperature. Protect from light and from freezing. Discard any unused medication 30 days after opening the bottle. Keep all medications away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.

Nitrofurantoin Dosage and Form Information

Capsule

Suspension Oral