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Nifutin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Nifutin have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Nifutin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Nifutin as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Nifutin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Nifutin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Nifutin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nifutin related warnings section.
Nifutin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Nifutin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Nifutin may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nifutin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Nifutin 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 Nifutin safe for pregnant women?
Nifutin is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Nifutin safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Nifutin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Nifutin on the Kidneys?
Nifutin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nifutin on the Liver?
Side effects of Nifutin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Nifutin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Nifutin on the heart have been reported.
Nifutin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nifutin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nifutin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Nifutin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Nifutin as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Nifutin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Nifutin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nifutin
Taking Nifutin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nifutin
Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Nifutin does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.
Nifutin 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.
No, Nifutin does not cause gastritis. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, sometimes Nifutin 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, Nifutin 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, Nifutin may cause headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of headache is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Nifutin 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.
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 760
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