Drug Information
What is Macrobid used for?
This medication is for the treatment of urinary tract infections.
When should Macrobid not be taken?
Do not take this medicine if you have urination problems you have kidney problems you are past 6 months of pregnancy your child is under 1 month of age you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine
What precautions should I follow when taking Macrobid?
Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Macrobid?
Do not use this medicine with antacids containing magnesium trisilicate.
What are the side effects of Macrobid?
Most severe: Chest pain; shortness of breath; yellowing of the skin or eyes; tingling; numbness of the fingers and toes; severe diarrhea and cramps.
Most common: Nausea; vomiting; loss of appetite; weakness; dizziness; headache; drowsiness; general body discomfort; rash; itching; chills.
Other: Confusion; depression; hair loss; abdominal pain.
How should I take Macrobid?
How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Take this medication with food. You may be able to take this formulation of the medication without nausea. If you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, yellowing of the skin and eyes, tingling, numbness or burning of the fingers and toes, or severe diarrhea and cramps, contact your health care provider or health care provider at once. Do not use magnesium-containing antacids while taking this medication. Continue to take all of the medicine until all has been taken. Failure to take all of the medication may allow the infection to return. This medication may cause a brown discoloration to the urine. Do not stop taking this medication without checking with your health care provider. This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness; patients should observe caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, or physical dexterity. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider or health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medicine without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.
How should Macrobid be stored?
Store at room temperature. Protect from moisture.
General Information:
If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.
