Macrobid
® (
nitrofurantoin monohydrate/macrocrystalline) is a prescription antibiotic used to treat
urinary tract infections (
UTIs). Specifically, it is approved for treating
UTIs caused by
Escherichia coli or Staphylococcus saprophyticus bacteria (the most common types of bacteria responsible for UTIs).
The medication comes in the form of a capsule and is typically taken twice a day for seven days. Possible side effects include
headache, nausea, and flatulence. Before starting treatment with this antibiotic, review the drug's safety information with your healthcare provider. Because Macrobid may not be suitable for everyone, it's important for your healthcare provider to know if you have
diabetes, kidney failure, anemia, or any
allergies.
(For more information on this antibiotic, click Macrobid. This article takes an in-depth look at how it works, who makes it, available strengths, and more. )
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