Urifast is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Tablet, Suspension. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Urifast has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Urifast is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Urifast have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Urifast go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Urifast's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Urifast related warnings talks about Urifast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Urifast is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Anemia, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Urifast have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Urifast have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Urifast is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Urifast 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 |
| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Urifast is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Urifast safe for pregnant women?
Urifast is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Urifast 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 on the Kidneys?
Urifast has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Urifast on the Liver?
Side effects of Urifast rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Urifast on the Heart?
Urifast has very mild side effects on the heart.
Urifast 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 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Urifast habit forming or addictive?
Urifast 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 can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Urifast should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Urifast for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Urifast
It is safe to take Urifast with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Urifast
Drinking alcohol while on Urifast 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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