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Urifast DT Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Urifast DT Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Urifast DT Tablet. 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 Urifast DT Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Urifast DT Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Urifast DT Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Urifast DT Tablet related warnings talks about Urifast DT Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Urifast DT Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Urifast DT Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Urifast DT Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Urifast DT Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Urifast DT Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Urifast DT Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Urifast DT Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Urifast is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Urifast DT Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Urifast. Immediately discontinue Urifast if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Urifast DT Tablet on the Kidneys?
Urifast has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Urifast DT Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Urifast rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Urifast DT Tablet on the Heart?
Urifast has very mild side effects on the heart.
Urifast DT Tablet 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 Urifast DT Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Urifast DT Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Urifast DT Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Urifast DT Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Urifast DT Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Urifast DT Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Urifast DT Tablet
It is safe to take Urifast DT Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Urifast DT Tablet
Drinking alcohol while on Urifast DT Tablet does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
Yes, Urifast 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.
Take Urifast as long as your doctor has prescribed you to take it depending upon the severity of the infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid the unpleasant side effect.
No, Urifast does not cause gastritis. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, sometimes Urifast 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 Urifast 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.
Urifast 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.
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