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Cystitis Macrobid 100mg PO BID
Uncomplicated cystitis in females with normal renal function. Not recommended for pyelonephritis. Not recommended in males due to inadequate tissue penetration, esp. with possible occult prostatitis.
Interstitial pneumonitis and fibrosis esp. with prolonged use.
Peripheral neuropathy.
Antacids decrease absorption.
Not recommended in males due to inadequate tissue penetration, esp. with possible occult prostatitis.
Antimicrobial class: Nitrofuran
Pregnancy category: B
Average serum half life: 1.0
Urine penetration: Therapeutic
CSF penetration: None
Biliary penetration: None
Lung penetration: None