Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Nitro 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, Nitro treats the urinary tract infection.

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Nitro is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to the patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes Nitro 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.

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Take Nitro 2-4 times a day for 7 days or as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken with food because the presence of food promotes the faster absorption of this drug from the stomach and helps in avoiding stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with anemia, diabetes, lungs disease, and history of allergy.

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

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