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Trofur N 100mg Tablet
Salt Composition: NITROFURANTOIN
- Manufacturer: INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
- Pack Size: 14 TABLET(s) IN A STRIP
- Dosage Form: TABLET
- Strength: 100MG
- Prescription Required
- Storage: Do not store Trofur N 100mg Tablet above 25ËC Protect the Trofur N 100mg Tablet from light and excessive moisture. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets If you forgot to take the tablet, take your next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
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Product Introduction
Trofur N 100mg Tablet contains Nitrofurantoin, an antibiotic used to treat and prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs), including infections affecting the bladder, kidneys, and other parts of the urinary system. It works by destroying the bacteria responsible for the infection, helping relieve symptoms and prevent the spread of bacterial growth.
Do not take Trofur N 100mg Tablet if you are allergic to Nitrofurantoin, any other medicine containing nitrofurantoin, or any of the ingredients present in this medication.
Before starting treatment, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, blood disorders, or glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency. Also let your healthcare provider know if you have diabetes, lung disease, liver problems, nerve disorders, anaemia, vitamin B deficiency, or any medical condition that causes severe weakness, fatigue, or abnormal blood test results.
Trofur N 100mg Tablet is not recommended for infants younger than 3 months of age.
Seek immediate medical advice if you notice dark yellow or brown urine, unusual tiredness, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), itching, skin rash, joint pain, stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or pale or grey-coloured stools while taking this medicine, as these symptoms may indicate liver-related problems and require prompt medical attention.
Uses
The uses of Trofur N 100mg Tablet are: Prevent and treat infections of the bladder, kidney, and other parts of the urinary tract.
How it works
Trofur N 100mg Tablet exerts its antimicrobial action by inactivating or altering bacterial ribosomal proteins and other macromolecules. As a result of this inactivation, the important biochemical processes of protein synthesis, energy metabolism, DNA, RNA synthesis, and cell wall synthesis are inhibited in the bacteria.
How to Use
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Trofur N 100mg Tablet is based on the disease condition and other factors. Always take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Take the tablet with food at the same time. This will help avoid stomach upset and make the medicine work more effectively. Do not break, chew, crush, or break the tablet. Swallow the whole tablet with water.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common side effects of Trofur N 100mg Tablet are: Loss of appetite Nausea Vomiting Serious side effects of Trofur N 100mg Tablet are: Anemia Diarrhea Hypersensitivity reaction Lung infections Nerve damage
Expert Tips
Do not take this medicine if you are unable to urinate. It should be cautiously given to the patient with kidney problems. Dose adjustments are needed in patients with kidney failure or severe kidney disease. Complete the whole course of therapy even if you feel better after the first few doses. This medicine may cause diarrhoea; inform your physician if it persists longer or is bloody. Your doctor may do lab tests to check the therapy's effectiveness or monitor the unwanted side effects.
References
- Nitrofurantoin 100 mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). Medicines.org.uk. [revised on 2019] [cited 2023 Apr 10]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3602/smpc
- Macrobid ® (Nitrofurantoin Capsules, USP). [revised on 2021] [cited 2023 Apr 10]. Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2021/020064Orig1s029lbl.pdf
- J. Goddard, A.N. Turner, Kidney and Urinary Tract Disease, Davidsonâs Principles and Practice of Medicine, 22nd Edition, 2014, 461-523.
- Camille E. Beauduy, Lisa G. Winston, Miscellaneous Antimicrobial Agents; Disinfectants, Antiseptics, & Sterilants, Langeâs Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, 14th Edition, 2018, 895-903.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe Do not take Trofur N 100mg Tablet if you are pregnant because this may harm the unborn baby. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspecting pregnancy, or planning to get pregnant during the treatment.
Lungs: Consult your doctor Trofur N 100mg Tablet must be cautiously used in patients with lung problems because this medicine may cause drug-induced pulmonary disease. Inform your physician if you have lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Breastfeeding: unsafe Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Trofur N 100mg Tablet because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby. Do not breastfeed during the treatment.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.