Urivron Tablet (Nitrofurantoin 100mg)

Overview

Urivron Tablet is used for Bacterial infections of the bladder, Urinary tract infection and other conditions. Urivron Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Urivron Tablet contains Nitrofurantoin as an active ingredient.
Urivron Tablet works by slowing the growth of bacteria.
Detailed information related to Urivron Tablet’s uses, composition, dosage, side effects and reviews is listed below.
Uses
Urivron Tablet is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
Bacterial infections of the bladder
Urinary tract infection

Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Urivron Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
Bone pain or stiffness
Severe pulmonary reactions
Inflammation of a salivary gland or pancreas
Serious allergic reactions
Vertigo
Rash
Nausea
Butterfly shaped skin rash on nose
Repetitive movement of the eyes
Feeling of excitement and happiness
Abdominal pain
Abnormal blood counts
Vomiting
Drowsiness
Psychotic reactions
Confusion
Depression
Drug associated fever
Numbness over hands
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Tingling
Rapid swelling of the facial skin or lips
Headache
Itchy skin rash
Nerve damage causing pain
Weakness
Anorexia
Diarrhoea
Urticaria
Lupus syndrome
Haemolytic anaemia
Peripheral polyneuropathy
Hepatotoxicity
Allergic reaction
Interstitial pneumonitis
Urivron Tablet may also cause side-effects not listed here.
If you notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority.

Precautions

Before using Urivron Tablet, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
Do not consume this drug in pregnancy and breastfeeding
Do not consume this drug with antacids containing magnesium
Do not drive or operate heavy machinery
Take tablets after food or milk for easy absorption

Interactions with Urivron Tablet

If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Urivron Tablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Urivron Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products:
Amphotericin B
Ascorbic acid
Fosphenytoin
Gestodene
Magnesium oxides and hydroxides
Nalidixic acid
Probenecid
Propantheline
Pyridoxine
Sulphinpyrazone

When not to use Urivron Tablet

Hypersensitivity to Urivron Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Urivron Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:
Hypersensitivity
Impaired renal function
Oliguria or anuria
Pregnancy and neonates

Composition and Active Ingredients

Urivron Tablet is composed of the following active ingredients (salts)
Nitrofurantoin – 100mg