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Urintin Benefits & Uses

Urintin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cystitis

Urintin 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

Urintin Related Warnings

Is the use of Urintin safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Urintin in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Urintin safe during breastfeeding?

Urintin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Urintin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Urintin.

Moderate
What is the effect of Urintin on the Kidneys?

Urintin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Urintin on the Liver?

Urintin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Urintin on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Urintin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Leflunomide

Moderate

Urintin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Anemia
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Urintin

Is this Urintin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Urintin has not been reported.

No
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 Urintin can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Urintin only as per medical advice.

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

No, Urintin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Urintin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Urintin

Taking Urintin with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Urintin

You may consume alcohol while taking Urintin. But caution is still important.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Urintin

Question over 5 years ago

Is Urintin safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Urintin is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dark yellow or brown urine, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Urintin cause gastritis?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Urintin does not cause gastritis. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, sometimes Urintin 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 almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Urintin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Discontinuing Urintin on your own can increase the chances of infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Urintin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Take Urintin 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Urintin work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Urintin 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, Urintin treats the urinary tract infection.