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Furent 100 mg Tablet belongs to a group of antibacterial or antibiotics. Furent 100 mg Tablet is used to prevent and treat bacterial infections like urinary tract infections (UTIs), including Bladder Infection (cystitis). Besides this, it is also used in to treat kidney infections. A urine infection is often called a urinary tract infection (or simply, UTI). Most urine infections are caused by germs (bacteria). They are usually easily treated with a short course of an antibacterial medicine such as Furent 100 mg Tablet . Occasionally, longer-term treatment is needed to prevent infections from coming back.
Furent 100 mg Tablet contains Nitrofurantoin. When you take Furent 100 mg Tablet , your body immediately filters it out of your blood and into your urine. If you have a urinary tract infection, this indicates that the treatment is concentrated at the site of illness. On the other hand, nitrofurantoin kills bacteria by entering their cells and destroying their genetic material. As a result, it is effective against bacterial infections.
You should take Furent 100 mg Tablet only if your doctor has prescribed you. Most bacterial infections get treated within one week, while some conditions might take longer. If you stop taking it too early, the infection may return or worsen. So, it would be best if you tried to complete the prescribed dosage. During the treatment with Furent 100 mg Tablet , you may observe some common side effects like feeling sick (nausea), vomiting, diarrhoea, loss of appetite and headaches. But these side effects are usually in the initial phase and then resolve after some time. However, if these side effects persist, let your doctor know about this if you notice any sudden wheeziness, tightness in the chest or throat, difficulty in breathing, swelling of the eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching (especially affecting your whole body) STOP TAKING your medicine and go to a doctor immediately.
Furent 100 mg Tablet is generally well-tolerated among adults and children. Do not take Furent 100 mg Tablet if you are allergic to amoxicillin, penicillin antibiotics, have liver/kidney problems, and had any vaccinations. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking Furent 100 mg Tablet . As far as it is known, Furent 100 mg Tablet may be used in pregnancy. However, it should not be used during labour or delivery because there is a possibility that use at this stage may affect the baby. If you want to breastfeed, please consult your doctor first.
Uses of Furent 100 mg Tablet
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Medicinal Benefits
Furent 100 mg Tablet contains antibiotic Nitrofurantoin, which helps in treating and preventing a wide range of bacterial infections like urinary tract infections (UTIs), including Bladder Infection (cystitis) and kidney infections caused by most susceptible bacteria (susceptible strains of Escherichia coli, enterococci, staphylococci, Citrobacter, Klebsiella and Enterobacter). It is bactericidal in nature and works by killing bacteria that cause infections by preventing the formation of the cell wall required for living. It also inhibits the repair of bacterial cells. Altogether it kills the bacteria.
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Do not take Furent 100 mg Tablet if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to Furent 100 mg Tablet or any other medicines in the past, or inherited conditions such as porphyria (a blood disorder), glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, severe kidney disease, diabetes, or any illness-causing severe weakness, anaemia or vitamin B deficiency. Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had a kidney, heart, or lung transplant, a joint or tendon disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis (an autoimmune disorder of joints causing pain, swelling, and loss of function), seizures (fits), epilepsy or if you participate in regular physical activity. Taking Furent 100 mg Tablet may worsen muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis (a nervous system disorder that causes muscle weakness) and cause severe difficulty breathing or death. Grapefruit, a calcium-rich food, should be avoided along with Furent 100 mg Tablet . And also, exposure to sunlight should be avoided while taking Furent 100 mg Tablet as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity. Patients with epilepsy and irregular heartbeat (QT prolongation) should tell their doctor before taking Furent 100 mg Tablet .
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Furent 100 mg Tablet kills bacteria by entering their cells and destroying their genetic material. As a result, it is effective against bacterial infections.
Furent 100 mg Tablet belongs to the class of penicillin antibiotic. Furent 100 mg Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of bacteria. On the other hand, penicillin is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic effective against less number of bacteria.
Clinical evidence suggests that Furent 100 mg Tablet is safe for pregnant mothers. However, you should consult a doctor before taking Furent 100 mg Tablet .
No. You should complete the full course of Furent 100 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. After completing the full course of Furent 100 mg Tablet will work. It is important that you take Furent 100 mg Tablet at the right dose, right times and for the right numbers of days.
Furent 100 mg Tablet does not work against viral infection. So, treating common cold and cough should not be taken.
Furent 100 mg Tablet makes your skin sensitive to sunlight, known as photosensitivity. So, prolonged exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light should be avoided. In case of emergency, you should always wear sunscreen before going out.
No, Furent 100 mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.
Stay hydrated by drinking at least six glasses of water or other fluids. Keep your underwear clean, and use underwear made of cotton to avoid spreading infection. Always keep your bladder empty as much as possible by peeing regularly. Your doctor may prescribe cranberry juice with antibiotics to treat urinary tract infections.
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Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E. coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make you more prone to bacterial infection.
Urinary tract infection (UTI): UTI is the most common infection in humans caused by microbes and can occur in any part of the urinary tract, such as the bladder, urethra, kidneys or ureters. Most urinary tract infections involve the bladder and urethra in the lower tract. It mostly occurs in women than in men. The symptoms of lower tract (bladder, urethra) infection include increased urge to urinate, bloody urine, pain with urination or pelvic pain in women. The symptoms of upper tract (kidneys, ureters) infection include vomiting, nausea, fever or back pain.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
No reported interaction with Furent 100 mg Tablet . But, It is best to avoid alcohol while taking medication.
Pregnancy
Caution
Furent 100 mg Tablet can be safely taken by pregnant women if prescribed by the doctor. But do not take nitrofurantoin during labour and childbirth, as there's a chance that it can affect the baby's blood.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Furent 100 mg Tablet is excreted in breast milk. Caution should be exercised, and it is advisable to consult a doctor before using it.
Driving
Caution
Furent 100 mg Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness, and the patient should not drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Caution
If you have or had a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking medicine.
Kidney
Caution
Furent 100 mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients with renal dysfunction and patients with an eGFR of less than 45 ml/minute. It is advisable to consult a doctor before using it.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Furent 100 mg Tablet can be given to children but under child specialist medical supervision. Furent 100 mg Tablet is prescribed to the children to treat complicated urinary tract infections.