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Uritop 100 SR is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Uritop 100 SR have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Uritop 100 SR is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Uritop 100 SR as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Uritop 100 SR are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Uritop 100 SR has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Uritop 100 SR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Uritop 100 SR can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Uritop 100 SR in conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease. The section on Uritop 100 SR contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Uritop 100 SR may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Uritop 100 SR is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Uritop 100 SR is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Uritop 100 SR safe for pregnant women?
Uritop is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Uritop 100 SR safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Uritop. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Uritop 100 SR on the Kidneys?
Uritop rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Uritop 100 SR on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Uritop on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Uritop 100 SR on the Heart?
Side effects of Uritop rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Uritop 100 SR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Uritop 100 SR habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Uritop 100 SR.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Uritop 100 SR you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Uritop 100 SR should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Uritop 100 SR is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Uritop 100 SR
Taking Uritop 100 SR with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Uritop 100 SR
You may consume alcohol while taking Uritop 100 SR. But caution is still important.
Yes, Uritop can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Uritop may cause nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.
Yes, Uritop may cause yellow urine. It is known side effect of this drug which is unharmful and temporary in nature. It goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
No, Uritop does not cause gastritis. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, sometimes Uritop can cause pancreatitis (Inflammation of pancreas) which results in intense abdominal pain. If you experience severe abdominal pain after taking this drug then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Uritop can prevent and treat kidney infection. Uritop contain nitrofurantoin which is effective against the bacteria which causes kidney infection hence this drug is used to treat kidney infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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