ProductNitrofurantoin

Hormone-free

Nitrofurantoin

Q: Will my treatment be covered?

This depends on your health insurance provider. We recommend you check with your own insurance company. Supplements are not usually covered.

Q: What is a consultation and how does it work?

During the consultation, you will complete a comprehensive medical questionnaire. You can also state your preferred type of treatment. Based on your answers, a doctor will prepare a treatment plan for you within 48 hours. If you approve this plan, a pharmacy will dispatch the products to your home within 3 days.

Q: How long will it take to receive my order?

Our partner pharmacies will dispatch your order within 3 days. You can then typically start your treatment straight away.

Q: Are there delivery charges?

For prescription medicines, delivery is included in the price. For over-the-counter products, there is a delivery charge of £ 4.21. We offer free delivery on orders over £4 0. If your order includes both, delivery is free.

Q: Can I change, cancel or return my order?

Unfortunately, once an order has been placed, it cannot be changed . If you have ordered the wrong product, or wish to change or cancel your order, please contact our customer service team immediately. Over-the-counter products can only be cancelled if they have not yet been prepared or dispatched by the pharmacy. Prescription medicines can be cancelled if they have not yet been assessed by a doctor. Returns are only accepted for over-the-counter products in their original unopened and undamaged packaging, within 14 days of dispatch.

Capsule/tablet

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For (recurrent) bladder infections
Can help with frequent urination and cloudy urine
Capsule or tablet containing nitrofurantoin (antibiotic)
Only suitable for women with normal kidney function
Prescription-only medication

What is Nitrofurantoin?

Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic that targets bacteria in the urinary tract. It is prescribed for bladder infections, which are more common during menopause. Symptoms such as pain or a burning sensation during urination, frequent urination, and cloudy urine can be relieved with this medication. This drug is hormone-free and specifically combats bacterial infections.

What can you expect from Nitrofurantoin?

When should I use Nitrofurantoin?

Nitrofurantoin is typically taken 2 to 4 times a day, as directed by your doctor. Please note: Nitrofurantoin is only effective if your kidneys are functioning properly.

For recurrent bladder infections, your doctor may prescribe nitrofurantoin as a maintenance dose.

The package leaflet contains all the necessary information about this medication. Always read the leaflet before use.

For which symptoms should you use Nitrofurantoin?

(Recurrent) bladder infections

Do not use Nitrofurantoin if you:

Are allergic to nitrofurantoin or any other components of the medication
Are pregnant in the last month or breastfeeding
Have severe kidney problems
Are taking medications that may reduce its effectiveness (such as probenecid or sulfinpyrazone)
Are hypersensitive to other nitrofurans

You may drive unless you experience side effects such as dizziness or drowsiness.

Inform your prescribing doctor if you are taking other medications or have impaired kidney function.

Possible side effects of Nitrofurantoin

Common (affecting 1 to 10 out of 100 people):

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Abdominal pain

Occasional (affecting 1 to 10 out of 1,000 people):

Headache
Dizziness
Skin rash
Itching

Rare (affecting fewer than 1 out of 1,000 people):

Shortness of breath
Fever
Tingling or numbness in the hands or feet
Liver problems

In rare cases, these side effects may lead to severe symptoms, such as significant shortness of breath, jaundice, or persistent tingling. Always contact a doctor immediately if you experience these symptoms.

For a complete list of side effects, consult the package leaflet.

Scientific sources

Effect of 5-Day Nitrofurantoin vs Single-Dose Fosfomycin on Clinical Resolution of Uncomplicated Lower Urinary Tract Infection in Women: A Randomized Clinical Trial | Infectious Diseases | JAMA | JAMA Network

Nitrofurantoin revisited: a systematic review and meta-analysis of controlled trials | Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy | Oxford Academic

Nitrofurantoin: what is the evidence for current UK guidance? | Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy | Oxford Academic

Frontiers | Nitrofurantoin: properties and potential in treatment of urinary tract infection: a narrative review

Nitrofurantoin 100 mg versus 50 mg prophylaxis for urinary tract infections, a cohort study - Clinical Microbiology and Infection

Nitrofurantoin helps with

Urinary tract infection

Frequently asked questions

Will my treatment be covered?

What is a consultation and how does it work?

How long will it take to receive my order?

Are there delivery charges?

Can I change, cancel or return my order?

Unfortunately, once an order has been placed, it cannot be changed. If you have ordered the wrong product, or wish to change or cancel your order, please contact our customer service team immediately. Over-the-counter products can only be cancelled if they have not yet been prepared or dispatched by the pharmacy. Prescription medicines can be cancelled if they have not yet been assessed by a doctor. Returns are only accepted for over-the-counter products in their original unopened and undamaged packaging, within 14 days of dispatch.

Nitrofurantoin

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Patient Information Leaflet

Nitrofurantoin helps with

Frequently asked questions