Infura

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Infura Information


Infura Benefits & Uses

Infura is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Infura 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

Infura Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Infura safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Infura without worrying about any side effects.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Infura safe during breastfeeding?


    Infura can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Infura on the Kidneys?


    Infura may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Infura on the Liver?


    Infura may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Infura on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Infura on the heart have been reported.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Infura with Other Drugs

Infura should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate


Infura Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Infura

  • Is this Infura habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Infura.

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


    After taking Infura, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Infura can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Infura only as per medical advice.

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


    No, Infura cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Infura Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Infura


    It is safe to take Infura with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Infura


    Drinking alcohol while on Infura does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.

    Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Infura

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Infura?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Infura is a brand name of nitrofurantoin and available in different forms such as a tablet, capsule, and suspension. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called nitrofuran antibiotic. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used to treat urinary tract infections and kidney infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Infura cause weight loss?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Infura does not cause weight loss. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Infura is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly. 

Question over 5 years ago

Can Infura cause gastritis?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Infura does not cause gastritis. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, sometimes Infura 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Infura cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes Infura can cause diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. This condition arises due to an imbalance in the gut flora. Generally, most of the antibiotics kill colonies of "good" as well as "bad bacteria" resulting in the imbalance of microbes causing diarrhoea. You are recommended to avoid heavy and spicy meals along with the intake of this medicine. Also, keep yourself hydrated and take ample rest in case of mild diarrhoea. If you have severe diarrhoea consult with your doctor instantly he/she will prescribe you medicines to stop stool output. After you have completely recovered from diarrhoea you can choose to have a "probiotic" to ensure the re-growth of good bacteria in your gut.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Infura cause nausea?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Infura 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.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Macrobid ® (nitrofurantoin monohydrate/macrocrystals)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 760

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 914-915


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