Furadonin - Instructions For Use, Indications, Reviews

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Furadonin

Instructions for use:

1. 1. Indications for use
2. 2. Contraindications for use
3. 3. Method of application, dosage
4. 4. Side effects
5. 5. Application during pregnancy
6. 6. Interaction with other drugs
7. 7. Overdose
8. 8. Reviews
9. 9. Storage conditions
10. 10. Special instructions

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Furadonin is a drug from the group of nitrofurans that violates the permeability of the cell membrane and protein synthesis in bacteria, providing a bactericidal, bacteriostatic effect. The drug contains the active ingredient - nitrofurantoin. It is active against the following microorganisms: Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., Salmonella paratyphi B, Salmonella paratyphi A, Salmonella typhi, Enterobacter spp., Escherichia coli, Proteus, Shigella sonnei. In clinical studies, the high antibacterial efficacy of Furadonin has been proven.

Indications for the use of Furadonin

The instructions for Furadonin indicate the following indications for use:

• therapy of infectious and inflammatory pathology of the urinary tract caused by microorganisms sensitive to Furadonin: pyelitis, pyelonephritis, urethritis, cystitis;
• prevention of infectious pathology during urological operations, cystoscopy, catheterization.

Contraindications to the use of Furadonin

According to the instructions for Furadonin, this drug is contraindicated for:

• hypersensitivity to nitrofurantoin;
• chronic heart failure;
• chronic renal failure;
• cirrhosis of the liver;
• chronic hepatitis;
• acute porphyria;
• deficiency of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase;
• pregnancy, lactation;
• under the age of 1 month.

Method of application, dosage

Furadonin is intended for oral administration. This drug is produced in tablet form. It is recommended to drink a Furadonin tablet with a large volume of water. A single dosage of Furadonin is 0.1-0.15 g. The frequency of admission is 3-4 times a day. The maximum daily dosage is 0.6 g, single dose is 0.3. The average duration of the course of therapy is 7 days. The dosage in a specific clinical situation, as well as the duration of therapy, is determined by the doctor. The dosage in the case of prophylactic and anti-relapse use is from 1 to 2 mg / kg. According to indications, Furadonin can be prescribed in pediatrics at a dosage of 5 to 8 mg / kg per day. The daily dosage is given in four divided doses.

Side effect

When using Furadonin, the appearance of allergic reactions (rash, lupus-like syndrome, arthralgia, myalgia, eosinophilia, angioedema, anaphylaxis), vomiting, nausea, dizziness, headache, asthenia, nystagmus, dyspnea, broncho-obstructive syndrome, interstitial fever drowsiness, chest pain, cough, pancreatitis, hepatitis, cholestatic syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, pseudomembranous enterocolitis. The appearance of erythema multiforme and abdominal pain was extremely rare.

Side effects sometimes cause negative reviews about Furadonin from patients, however, when using the drug according to the instructions and under medical supervision, it is quite well tolerated, and mild side effects do not require discontinuation of the drug.

The use of Furadonin during pregnancy

The drug Furadonin is contraindicated in pregnancy, lactation. If it is necessary to treat with Furadonin during lactation, it is recommended to resolve the issue of stopping natural feeding.

Interaction of Furadonin with other drugs

With the simultaneous use of antacids (containing magnesium trisilicate), as well as nalidixic acid, the antibacterial effect of Furadonin decreases. Do not use Furadonin with antibiotics of the fluoroquinolone group. When using drugs that block tubular secretion, the antibacterial effect decreases by reducing the concentration of the drug in the urine. This also increases the toxicity of Furadonin.

Overdose

With an overdose of Furadonin, vomiting develops. In the treatment of an overdose of this drug, hemodialysis and forced diuresis are effective.

Reviews

Reviews of Furadonin from patients and doctors are positive, since this drug is highly effective in infectious pathology of the urinary tract, and with rational use in an adequate dosage, Furadonin is safe.

Storage conditions

The drug Furadonin must be stored at room temperature out of the reach of children.

special instructions

When using Furadonin in the treatment of patients suffering from anemia, diabetes mellitus, electrolyte imbalance, hypovitaminosis B, the likelihood of developing peripheral neuropathy increases.

Furadonin is not used to treat purulent paranephritis, prostatitis, and pathology of the renal cortex.

To reduce the risk of side effects from the gastrointestinal tract, it is recommended to take the drug simultaneously with food or milk.

Before using the drug, you must read the instructions for Furadonin. The use of this drug is possible only as directed by a doctor.

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Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!