Urocure 25 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Nitrofurantoin |
Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of urinary tract infections
- Prophylaxis of urinary tract infections
- Targeted bacterial strains - Escherichia coli, Enterococci, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus saprophyticus, Klebsiella, Enterobacter
Pharmacology
- Nitrofurantoin is specific for urinary tract infections
- High solubility in urine
- Inactivates or alters bacterial ribosomal proteins
- Activity against Gram-Positive Aerobes and Gram-Negative Aerobes
Dosage
- Different dosages for adults and children
- Recommendations for uncomplicated urinary tract infections
- Dosage adjustment for long-term suppressive therapy
Administration
- Should be taken with food
Interaction
- Reduction of absorption with Antacids containing Magnesium Trisilicate
- Inhibition of renal tubular secretion by Uricosuric drugs
Contraindications
- Anuria, oliguria, or significant impairment of renal function
- Pregnant patients at 38-42 weeks, during labor and delivery
- Known hypersensitivity to Nitrofurantoin
Side Effects
- Frequent adverse events - nausea, headache, flatulence
- Less occurred adverse events - diarrhea, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, constipation, emesis, dizziness, drowsiness
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
- Detection in human breast milk
- Need to consider drug importance for nursing mother
Precautions & Warnings
- Discontinue if acute, sub-acute, or chronic 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
- Keep out of the reach of children
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