Nitrofurantoin Tablets 100mg 10X10 Tablets/Box Pharmaceutical USP Bp Cp

For the treatment of and prophylaxis against acute or recurrent, uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections or pyelitis either spontaneous or following surgical procedures.

Nitrofurantoin is specifically indicated for the treatment of infections due to susceptible strains of Escherichia coli, Enterococci, Staphylococci, Citrobacter, Klebsiella and Enterobacter.

Posology

Adults

Acute Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections: 50mg four times daily for seven days.

Severe Chronic Recurrence: 100mg four times a day for seven days.

Long Term Suppression: 50mg - 100mg once a day.

Prophylaxis: 50mg four times daily for the duration of procedure and 3 days thereafter.

Paediatric population

Children and Infants over three months of age

Acute Urinary Tract Infections 3mg/kg/day in four divided doses for seven days.

Suppressive therapy: 1mg/kg/ once a day.

Elderly

Provided there is no significant renal impairment in which Nitrofurantoin is contraindicated, the dosage should be that for any normal adult. See precautions and risks to elderly patients associated with long term therapy.

Renal impairment

Nitrofurantoin is contraindicated in patients with renal dysfunction and in patients with an eGFR of less than 45 ml/minute.

Method of administration

For oral use. This medicine should always be taken with food or milk. Taking Nitrofurantoin with a meal improves absorption and is important for optimal efficacy.