Dangerous Side Effects Of Nitrofurantoin

Taking 100mg q 12hrs on day 3 for UTI. Having blood-shot and itchy eyes along with moderate joint pain and swelling. Should I stop med? ## Hi, Kristin! Sorry about the symptoms that you're suffering. Have you contacted your doctor? Those could be the starting signs of a bad reaction to this antibiotic, which means that things could just get worse. So, you may need to try a different medication. Learn more Nitrofurantoin details here.

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just wondering if on day 5 its ok to drink beer once in awhile ## Hello, Ma! How are you? It is best to abstain from alcohol, when taking any prescription medication. If you read the information provided by the FDA, it can worsen the side effects, so you may experience more nausea, dizziness and drowsiness than usual. It can make one drink affect you the same as if you'd had 2 and so on. However, if your doctor okays your indulgence, then please make sure that you won't be driving or operating any dangerous machinery. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I'm on day 3 of a 7 day course of Nitrofurantoin (4x50mg). After taking my third dose, I experienced what I would describe as 'flu' like symptoms; aches, shivers and general malaise. The next day I felt much better - the 'flu like' symptoms were gone but I still felt a bit nauseous and had diarrhoea. However the symptom I'm most worried about is a cough I've developed. I'm a smoker, bit can't touch a cigarette as I go into spasms of coughing. I'm happy to put up with side effects as my UTI appears to be improving - as long as none of the side effects are considered dangerous. I should also add I'm due to fly tomorrow and wonder if my breathing/cough would beade worse. ## HI, Anne! How are you feeling? Yes, the dry air of a plane may make it a ...

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Please can you tell me can you get burning skin rashes from Nitrofurantoin 50mg. Also how long for? ## Hello, Yebi! How are you? That actually could be the sign of a potentially dangerous reaction to this medication, so you need to seek medical attention immediately. Have you experienced any other side effects? Is the skin blistering?

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is it dangerous to take nitrofurantoin 7 months after the discard date? ## Hello, Ezmee! How are you? It doesn't become toxic, or anything, once expired, however, the danger may lie in the fact that it might not be as effective as it was, when new, which could result in your developing antibiotic resistant bacteria. Thus, it's best to dispose of it and see your doctor for a new prescription. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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