Macfuran Capsule
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Product introduction
Macfuran Capsule is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat and prevent bacterial infections of the urinary tract. It works by killing the bacteria that cause such disease. But, it will not treat a viral infection.
Used in treating skin and urinary tract infections
Used in treating skin and urinary tract infections
Uses of Macfuran Capsule
Benefits of Macfuran Capsule
In Treatment of Bacterial infections of urinary tract
Macfuran Capsule works by stopping the growth of the bacteria in the urine that cause urinary tract infections. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Macfuran Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Macfuran
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
How to use Macfuran Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Macfuran Capsule is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Macfuran Capsule may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Macfuran Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Macfuran Capsule should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Macfuran Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Macfuran Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Macfuran Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Macfuran Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease, who are unable to pass urine or have high creatinine levels.
Use of Macfuran Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease, who are unable to pass urine or have high creatinine levels.
Liver
CAUTION
Macfuran Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Macfuran Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Macfuran Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Use of Macfuran Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
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Quick tips
- Macfuran Capsule treats and prevents uncomplicated urinary tract infections.
- Finish the prescribed course of the medicine, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Take it with food to avoid nausea, which is a common side effect.
- It can turn your urine a dark yellow or brown colour. This is normal and nothing to worry about.
- Do not take it for longer or more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Nitrofurans derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Action Class
Urinary Antiseptic-Nitrofurantoin
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Macfuran Capsule
Twice A Day
56%
Once A Day
38%
Thrice A Day
6%
What are you using Macfuran Capsule for?
Bacterial inf*
100%
*Bacterial infections of urinary tract
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
What were the side-effects while using Macfuran Capsule?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Macfuran Capsule?
With food
100%
Please rate Macfuran Capsule on price
Expensive
100%
FAQs
Q. How long does Macfuran Capsule take to work on a UTI?
Macfuran Capsule starts acting quickly, but you will not start feeling better immediately after taking it. It may take a few days (2-3 days) before you see any improvement in your symptoms. If you do not start feeling better within 3 days of starting Macfuran Capsule or your condition worsens, contact your doctor. It is important to complete the full course of Macfuran Capsule as advised by your doctor, even if you start feeling better.
Q. What happens if you take Macfuran Capsule without food?
You should take Macfuran Capsule with your meal or straightaway after the meal. Taking with food helps in absorption of medicine so that it works better. If you take it without food, you are likely to get an upset stomach. The symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and loss of appetite may also occur. Therefore, to avoid unpleasant side effects, take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Does Macfuran Capsule make your urine orange?
Macfuran Capsule may turn your urine brown or dark yellow in colour. However, you need not worry as this is usually temporary and completely harmless effect. It will disappear once you stop taking Macfuran Capsule. Consult your doctor if you are not sure or still have any concern, but do not stop taking Macfuran Capsule.
Q. Can Macfuran Capsule give you a yeast infection?
Yes, some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as ‘thrush’ after taking Macfuran Capsule. This is because antibiotics kill the ‘good bacteria’ which help in preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get vaginal itching or discharge after taking Macfuran Capsule or soon after stopping it.
Q. Is Macfuran Capsule a strong antibiotic?
Yes, Macfuran Capsule is a strong antibiotic (or broad spectrum antibiotic), which means that it is effective against a wide variety of urinary bacteria. It is important that Macfuran Capsule should be given to treat or prevent infections that are proven to be caused by susceptible bacteria. This is usually evaluated by a culture test which demonstrates a range of bacteria which cannot grow in the prence of an antibiotic. Macfuran Capsule has seen to be effective against UTI caused by Escherichia coli, Enteroccus faecalis, Klebsiella species, Enterobacter species, Staphylococcus species: (eg S. aureus, S. saprophyticus, S. epidermidis). Some strains of Enterobacter and Klebsiella are resistant to Macfuran Capsule.
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Name: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
Country of origin: India
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