Furadantin 50 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Furadantin 50 Tablet Information

Furadantin 50 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Furadantin 50 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Furadantin 50 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Furadantin 50 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Furadantin 50 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furadantin 50 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Furadantin 50 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Furadantin 50 Tablet related warnings section.

Furadantin 50 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Furadantin 50 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Furadantin 50 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Furadantin 50 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Furadantin Benefits & Uses
Furadantin Dosage & How to Take
Furadantin Side Effects
Furadantin Related Warnings
Furadantin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Furadantin
Furadantin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Furadantin 50 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Furadantin 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cystitis

Furadantin 50 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Furadantin 50 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Furadantin 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Furadantin is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Furadantin 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Furadantin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Furadantin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Furadantin again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Furadantin 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Furadantin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Furadantin 50 Tablet on the Liver?

Furadantin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Furadantin 50 Tablet on the Heart?

Furadantin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Furadantin 50 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Furadantin 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Anemia
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Furadantin 50 Tablet

Is this Furadantin 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Furadantin 50 Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Furadantin 50 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Furadantin 50 Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Furadantin 50 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Furadantin 50 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Furadantin 50 Tablet

Taking Furadantin 50 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Furadantin 50 Tablet

You may consume alcohol while taking Furadantin 50 Tablet. But caution is still important.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Furadantin 50 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Furadantin work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Furadantin contain nitrofurantoin. It works by inhibiting DNA, RNA, protein, and cell wall synthesis. This inhibition in the synthesis of these vital components results in the death of bacteria which is responsible for the infection. Hence in this way, Furadantin treats the urinary tract infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Furadantin cause itching?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Furadantin may cause itching (urticaria). It is known side effect of this drug. If you experience excessive itching after taking this drug then do not hesitate to inform your doctor without further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Furadantin safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Furadantin is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dark yellow or brown urine, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Furadantin bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Furadantin is bactericidal that means it kills the bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria. In the absence of the cell wall, the bacteria eventually die.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Furadantin treat kidney disease?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Furadantin can prevent and treat kidney infection. Furadantin contain nitrofurantoin which is effective against the bacteria which causes kidney infection hence this drug is used to treat kidney infection.