Antimicrobials
Nitrofurantoin

Nitrofurantoin

Low
Moderate

Dosing

General Information

Uncomplicated cystitis in females with normal renal function

Interstitial pneumonitis and fibrosis especially with prolonged use.

Peripheral neuropathy.

Antacids decrease absorption

Think of this drug as a urinary antiseptic.

Not recommended in males due to inadequate tissue penetration, especially with possible occult prostatitis.

Antimicrobial class: Nitrofuran

Pregnancy category: B (Contraindicated at term)

Average serum half life: 1 hour

Biliary penetration: None

CSF penetration: None

Lung penetration: None

Urine penetration: Therapeutic