Umactin 50 mg (Capsule)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Nitrofurantoin |
| Company | Unimed unihealth pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment and prophylaxis of urinary tract infections
- Susceptible strains of Escherichia coli
- Enterococci
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Staphylococcus saprophyticus
- Klebsiella species
- Enterobacter species
Pharmacology
- Antibacterial agent
- Highly soluble in urine
- Inactivates or alters bacterial ribosomal proteins
- Active against Gram-Positive Aerobes
- Active against Gram-Negative Aerobes
Dosage
- Nitrofurantoin tablet for adults
- Nitrofurantoin capsule for adults
- Nitrofurantoin SR capsule for adults and children over 12 years
- Nitrofurantoin suspension for children
- Dosage for uncomplicated urinary tract infections
- Long-term suppressive therapy dosage
- Genito-urinary surgical prophylaxis dosage
- Dosage for children based on weight
Administration
- Should be taken with food
Interaction
- Interaction with antacids containing Magnesium Trisilicate
- Interaction with Uricosuric drugs like Probenecid and Sulfinpyrazone
Contraindications
- Anuria
- Oliguria
- Significant impairment of renal function
- Pregnant patients at 38-42 weeks
- During labor and delivery
- Known hypersensitivity to Nitrofurantoin
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Headache
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
- Dyspepsia
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Emesis
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Detected in human breast milk in trace amounts
- Potential for serious adverse reactions in nursing infants
- Decision to discontinue nursing or drug
Precautions & Warnings
- Discontinue if pulmonary reactions occur
- Avoid antacid preparations containing magnesium trisilicate
Overdose Effects
- Occasional incidents of acute overdosage
- Induction of emesis recommended
Therapeutic Class
- Systemic Urinary Anti-infective
Storage Conditions
- Do not store above 30°C
- Keep away from light
- Out of the reach of children