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Macrodantin (active ingredient: nitrofurantoin) is a prescription antibiotic used to treat and help prevent certain urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by bacteria that are sensitive to nitrofurantoin.
It belongs to a class of antibiotics called nitrofuran antibiotics. These medications work by interfering with important bacterial processes, making it difficult for bacteria to survive and multiply.
Macrodantin is mainly used for infections of the lower urinary tract, such as cystitis, which is a bladder infection. Symptoms of a UTI may include burning during urination, frequent urination, urgency, lower abdominal discomfort, or cloudy urine.
Macrodantin may be used for:
Macrodantin works by damaging bacterial components and interfering with several essential bacterial processes. This helps stop the bacteria from growing and can lead to bacterial cell death.
Because Macrodantin concentrates mainly in the urine, it is especially useful for certain bladder infections. However, it is not appropriate for all types of infections, so it should be used only when prescribed by a healthcare provider.
Macrodantin comes as an oral capsule that is taken by mouth. It should be taken with food to improve absorption and help reduce stomach upset.
Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water unless your healthcare provider gives you different instructions. Do not change your dose or dosing schedule without medical advice.
The dosing schedule depends on whether Macrodantin is being used to treat an active urinary tract infection or to prevent recurrent infections.
For treatment of an active urinary tract infection, Macrodantin is usually taken four times daily, with doses spaced evenly throughout the day.
For long-term prevention of urinary tract infections, Macrodantin is usually taken once daily at bedtime, as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
For adults, the usual dose for treatment of a urinary tract infection is 50 mg to 100 mg four times daily.
For long-term prevention of urinary tract infections, the usual adult dose is 50 mg to 100 mg once daily at bedtime.
For children 1 month of age and older, the dose is based on body weight. A common pediatric treatment dose is 5 mg/kg to 7 mg/kg per day, divided into four doses. For prevention, a lower once-daily dose may be prescribed by the healthcare provider.
Take Macrodantin exactly as prescribed and complete the full course of treatment, even if you start feeling better before the medication is finished. Stopping too early may allow the infection to return or make the bacteria harder to treat.
Your healthcare provider will determine the exact dose and length of treatment based on your age, weight, kidney function, infection type, and response to therapy.
Macrodantin (Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystal) is available in the following forms and strengths:
Before taking Macrodantin, tell your healthcare provider or pharmacist about any allergies you have. Macrodantin may contain inactive ingredients that can cause allergic reactions or other problems in some people. Your pharmacist can provide more information about the ingredients in your medication.
Take Macrodantin with food. Food helps improve the absorption of nitrofurantoin and may also reduce stomach-related side effects, such as nausea or upset stomach.
Avoid using antacids that contain magnesium trisilicate while taking Macrodantin. Magnesium trisilicate can bind to nitrofurantoin in the stomach and reduce how much medication your body absorbs. This may make the antibiotic less effective.
Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist before using antacids or stomach remedies during treatment.
Take all of the Macrodantin prescribed by your healthcare provider, even if you start to feel better before the medication is finished. Stopping an antibiotic too early may allow the infection to return and may make it harder to treat.
Mild diarrhea can happen while taking antibiotics. Drink enough fluids to help prevent dehydration if you develop mild diarrhea.
Some people use probiotics during antibiotic treatment to support healthy gut bacteria. If your healthcare provider recommends a probiotic, take it at least 2 hours apart from Macrodantin so the antibiotic is less likely to affect the probiotic.
Contact your healthcare provider if diarrhea is severe, watery, bloody, or does not improve.
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, talk to your healthcare provider before taking Macrodantin. Whether nitrofurantoin is appropriate during pregnancy may depend on how far along you are and your individual health situation.
Your healthcare provider can help weigh the benefits and risks and choose the safest treatment option for your urinary tract infection.
The length of treatment with Macrodantin depends on the type and severity of the urinary tract infection and your healthcare provider’s instructions. Many people take it for about 3 to 7 days, but some infections may require a different treatment length. Always complete the full course prescribed, even if you start feeling better.
Macrodantin may begin working within a few days. Some people notice symptom improvement within 3 to 5 days, although it may take up to a week for symptoms to fully clear. If your symptoms do not improve, get worse, or return after treatment, contact your healthcare provider.
Take Macrodantin exactly as prescribed. It should be taken with food or milk to help improve absorption and reduce stomach upset. Do not skip doses, and finish the full course of treatment to help ensure the infection is fully treated.
Macrodantin may be used during pregnancy when a healthcare provider determines it is appropriate. However, whether it is safe for you may depend on how far along you are in pregnancy and your individual health situation. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking Macrodantin if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Macrodantin is mainly used to treat certain urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It should not be used to treat other types of infections unless your healthcare provider specifically prescribes it. It is not effective against viral infections, such as the common cold or flu.
| Generic name: | Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystal |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Capsule |
| Strength(s): | 50mg, 100mg |
| Quantities Available: | 100 |
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When ordering Macrodantin (nitrofurantoin) from a Canadian pharmacy, you can typically purchase up to a 90-day supply at one time, which is common for prescription medications to ensure adequate management of chronic conditions without frequent refills.
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Dosage and Quantity: Macrodantin is commonly prescribed in dosages of 50 mg or 100 mg, taken multiple times daily depending on the severity of the infection. Suppose you’re prescribed a dosage of 100 mg four times daily. For a 90-day supply, you would order 360 capsules (90 days x 4 capsules per day).
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