NEPHROGESIC TAB

Overview

NEPHROGESIC TAB is a Schedule H1 antibiotic.

NEPHROGESIC TAB is composed of: PHENAZOPYRIDONE HYDROCHLORIDE (100 MG), NITROFURANTOIN (50 MG)


Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Nitrofurantoin is used to treat urinary tract infections.This medication is used to treat or prevent certain urinary tract infections.This medication is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Even if you feel better, do not stop taking medication unless your doctor tells you to stop. 

Usage

NITROFURANTOIN is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Urinary Tract Infection

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

NEPHROGESIC TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for NEPHROGESIC TAB and its Constituents



  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of anemia, sugar, electrolyte problems, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, kidney, liver, lung, nerve problems, porphyria, vitamin B deficiency, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid exposure to sunlight.
  • Rarely it may cause severe respiratory problems including death if you experience with symptoms like fever, chills, chest pain, unusual cough, trouble in breathing consult with your doctor immediately.

Common Side-Effects

NITROFURANTOIN : Hives, Skin Rash, Chills, Cough, Fever, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Throat Soreness, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness)

Serious Side-Effects

NITROFURANTOIN : Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Eyes Blurred Vision

Rare Side-Effects

NITROFURANTOIN : Abdomen Pain, Eyes Blindness, Confusion, Loose Motion, Eyes Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Depressed Mood, Nausea, Vomit, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit

Disease Interactions

NITROFURANTOIN can interfere with: G6PD Deficiency, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Colitis, Diabetes Mellitus, Anemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Hypocalcemia, Peripheral Neuropathy

Technical Classification

NITROFURANTOIN is categorized as: URINARY ANTI-INFECTIVES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for NEPHROGESIC TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

NEPHROGESIC TABINR 15.59 for 10 TABLETSPHENAZOPYRIDONE HYDROCHLORIDE 100 MG, NITROFURANTOIN 50 MG