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Introduction About URISTREAM NF TABLET
URISTREAM NF TABLET contains Nitrofurantoin which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used in the management of urinary tract infections. It is an infection that occurs in any part of the urinary system including bladder, kidneys, ureters and urethra. It causes symptoms such as strong, continuous urge to urinate, burning sensation while urinating, decreased flow in urine, cloudy appearance of urine, blood in urine and pain in pelvic region, especially seen among women.
Your doctor will regularly test to know how your lungs and liver are working. URISTREAM NF TABLET may also interfere with urine tests for sugar, resulting in a false positive result.
URISTREAM NF TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with lung or liver disease, anaemia, diabetes (high blood sugar), any illness causing severe weakness, electrolyte imbalance and vitamin B deficiency and recommended for use in patients with severe kidney disease.
URISTREAM NF TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women at the stage of labour or delivery because of the possibility that use at this stage may harm the baby and should be used with caution in breast-feeding women.
This medicine is avoided for use in infants below 3 months of age. URISTREAM NF TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients.
The most common side effects of taking URISTREAM NF TABLET are nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and diarrhoea. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects gets worsen.
Uses Of URISTREAM NF TABLET
- Prevents and manage infections of the bladder, kidney and other parts of the urinary tract
How URISTREAM NF TABLET Works
URISTREAM NF TABLET effectively manages and manages urinary tract infection by killing bacteria present in the urethra, bladder, and/or kidneys. It mainly acts through disrupting the production of genetic material present in the bacterial cell.
How to use URISTREAM NF TABLET
Take URISTREAM NF TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow URISTREAM NF TABLET with a glass of water and do not crush or chew it. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you depending upon your age, body weight and the severity of infection. URISTREAM NF TABLET should always be taken with food or milk for effective working and to avoid stomach upset.
Overdose
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of URISTREAM NF TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are gastric irritation, nausea and vomiting.
Side Effects Of URISTREAM NF TABLET
Common side effects of URISTREAM NF TABLET:
- nausea
- vomiting
- loss of appetite
- diarrhoea
Stop taking URISTREAM NF TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- any sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, swelling of the eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching that affects your whole body
- fever, chills, cough and shortness of breath (reaction of lung with the medicine within a week or very slowly, mainly in elderly patients)
- yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes (inflammation of the liver causing jaundice)
- changes in the sense of feeling and using muscles along with headache, extreme mood changes, confusion, weakness, blurred vision (due to affected nerves outside the spinal cord), which may be severe and permanent in some cases
- severe headaches (raised pressure in the skull)
- severe reduction in blood cells which results in weakness, bruising or more instance of infections
- blue or purple coloration of the skin (cyanosis causing low oxygen levels in the blood)
- signs of cutaneous vasculitis (fever, flu, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, blood in your stool, skin lesions and weakness)
- signs of autoimmune hepatitis (jaundice, fatigue, abdominal pain, joint pain and swelling)
How To Manage Side Effects
Diarrhea
Drink lots of fluids such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.
Loss Of Appetite
Eat when you feel hungry. Eat smaller meals frequently than usual. Snack only when you're hungry. Eat a nutritious snack which is rich in calories and protein such as dried fruit and nuts.
Nausea And Vomiting
Take URISTREAM NF TABLET with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Consult your doctorURISTREAM NF TABLET is not recommended for use during labour or delivery because of the possibility that use at this stage may harm the baby. It can be used with caution in pregnant women or are planning to have a baby. However, consult your doctor before taking URISTREAM NF TABLET.
Breastfeeding
Consult your doctorURISTREAM NF TABLET should be used with caution for breastfeeding women and should be avoided particularly for infant with known or suspected with erythrocyte enzyme deficiency (including G6PD deficiency) as it may pass through the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking URISTREAM NF TABLET.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking URISTREAM NF TABLET.
Alcohol
ContraindicatedAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking URISTREAM NF TABLET because it might make you dizzier.
Kidney
Consult your doctorURISTREAM NF TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with kidney disease that severely affects the function of kidneys. It should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking URISTREAM NF TABLET.
Liver
Use with CautionURISTREAM NF TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking URISTREAM NF TABLET.
Lungs
Use with CautionURISTREAM NF TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with lung disease. Consult your doctor before taking URISTREAM NF TABLET.
Use In Pediatrics
Consult your doctorURISTREAM NF TABLET should be used with caution in children (under 6 years of age) and infants above 3 months of age. It is not recommended for infants below three months of age. However, consult your child’s doctor for advice.
Use In Geriatrics
Use with CautionURISTREAM NF TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking URISTREAM NF TABLET.
Other Warnings for URISTREAM NF TABLET
Before taking URISTREAM NF TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
- have diabetes (high blood sugar)
- have anaemia (a decrease in red blood cells that causes pale skin, weakness and breathlessness)
- are suffering from any illness causing severe weakness
- lack of vitamin B (especially that results in fatigue, mouth sores, diarrhoea, and depression)
- have abnormal electrolyte levels in your blood
Who should not take URISTREAM NF TABLET
URISTREAM NF TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
- are suffering from a blood disorder called porphyria (build-up of certain chemicals related to red blood cell that affects skin and nerve function)
- are deficient in an enzyme called g6pd (glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase) that causes in abdomen or back pain, fatigue, dark urine, pallor, or yellow skin and eyes
Drug - Drug interaction
Before taking URISTREAM NF TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
- medicines used in the management of indigestion (such as antacids like magnesium trisilicate)
- medicines used to manage gout (Ex. probenecid or sulfinpyrazone)
- medicines which slow the passage of food through the stomach (Ex. atropine, hyoscine)
- medicines used to manage raised pressure in the eye known as glaucoma (such as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors Ex. acetazolamide)
- medicines which makes the urine less acidic (Ex. potassium citrate mixture)
- medicines used in the management of bacterial infections (Ex. ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, gemifloxacin, besifloxacin)
- oral contraceptive such as ethinyl estradiol (medicine used in the management of pregnancy)
- typhoid vaccine (medicine given for the management of typhoid)
Synopsis
|
Drug |
Nitrofurantoin |
|
Pharmacological Category |
Antibiotic |
|
Therapeutic Indication |
Urinary tract infections |
|
Dosage Forms |
Capsule, Tablet |
More Information
- Keep URISTREAM NF TABLET out of reach of children
- Store at room temperature
FAQs About URISTREAM NF TABLET
Q: What happens if you don't take URISTREAM NF TABLET with food?
A: You should always take URISTREAM NF TABLET along with food or milk. Taking this medicine along with food or milk makes it work more effectively against urinary tract infections. This will also manage stomach upset and help the absorption.
Q: What to do if I forget to take URISTREAM NF TABLET?
A: If you forget to take URISTREAM NF TABLET, don’t panic. If you remember later, take that day’s dose as usual. If you miss a whole day’s dose, then take normal dose on the next day. Do not ever take a double dose to make up for the forgotten dose. If you are not sure, consult your doctor immediately.
Q: Does URISTREAM NF TABLET work for other infections?
A: No, URISTREAM NF TABLET belongs to a class of medication called antibiotics, which works by killing bacteria. This medicine is mainly used in the management of urinary tract infections. It does not work for cold, flu and other viral infections.
Q: How long does it take for URISTREAM NF TABLET to work?
A: URISTREAM NF TABLET should start working within three to five days, although it may take up to a week for symptoms of urinary tract infections to clear. Be sure to complete the full course of medication. That is the only way to ensure the infection is completely gone.
Q: Can URISTREAM NF TABLET be used in infants?
A: Yes, URISTREAM NF TABLET is generally used in children (under 6 years) and infants above 3 months of age. It is not recommended for infants below three months. Your child’s doctor will decide the correct dose or select a suitable alternative therapy for your child.
References
1. KD. Tripathi. Antibiotics. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Eighth edition. 2019. Page – 735,736.
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3. Angela Huttner, Els M. Verhaegh, Stephan Harbarth, Anouk E. Muller, Ursula Theuretzbacher, Johan W. Mouton, Nitrofurantoin revisited: a systematic review and meta-analysis of controlled trials, Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy. [Accessed on 13th August 2026] 
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