Generic name: nitrofurantoin (oral route) [ nye-troe-fure-AN-toyn ]
Drug class:Urinary anti-infectives
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 1, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Furadantin
- Macrodantin
In Canada
- Novo-Furan Suspension
Available Dosage Forms:
- Suspension
- Capsule
Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic
Chemical Class: Nitrofuran
Uses for Novo-Furan Suspension
Nitrofurantoin is used to treat urinary tract infections. This medicine is an antibiotic. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Novo-Furan Suspension
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of nitrofurantoin in children. Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants below 1 month of age.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of nitrofurantoin in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related heart, liver, lung, or kidney problems, which may require caution in patients receiving nitrofurantoin.
Breastfeeding
Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used duri...
