Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

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

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

StayHappi Nitrofurantoin SR Tablet 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.

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

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

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes StayHappi Nitrofurantoin SR Tablet 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. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

StayHappi Nitrofurantoin SR Tablet 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.