Antimicrobials
Nitrofurantoin

Nitrofurantoin

Low
Excellent
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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

Average serum half life: 1 hour

Biliary penetration: None

CSF penetration: None

Lung penetration: None

Urine penetration: Therapeutic