Nitrofurantoin

Nitrofurantoin Online

Nitrofurantoin 50mg is used as a treatment in bacterial infections of the urinary tract. Nitrofurantoin works by killing bacteria. It does this by slowing folate synthesis which is required by the bacteria for replication.

• What is cystitis?

  Cystitis is the name for bladder inflammation, usually caused by a bladder infection. 

  Mild cases of cystitis often improve within 3 days but more severe cases can last longer. If your symptoms do not improve within 3 days, you should speak to a doctor.

• Can cystitis cause any complications?

  Cystitis in men is usually an indication of a more serious problem and requires medical help from your GP. It can also be caused by STIs which can have other complications. Men should see their GP if they suffer from cystitis.  

  Women can use treatment without face to face referral but if it doesn’t clear up, medical advice is needed. This is because if left untreated after it hasn’t cleared up, it can lead to a serious kidney infection.

• What treatments are there for Cystitis?

  For milder cases, treatment with potassium citrate sachets may be sufficient. For more stubborn infections, a course of water infection tablets such as Trimethoprim may be required.

• What is the best antibiotic for cystitis?

  This depends on what bacteria is causing your infection. The most common type of bacteria which causes uncomplicated UTI’s is E. coli. The antibiotics which are given to treat this bacteria are Trimethoprim or Nitrofurantoin. If your symptoms do not improve after completing a course of these antibiotics, it is important to see your GP to have your urine tested in case it is a different bacteria that needs a different antibiotic.

• Can I get UTI antibiotics online for cystitis?

  Our UK registered online doctor service can offer antibiotic treatment. We ask that you complete an online medical assessment for our doctors to review. If suitable, our doctors will write a prescription and send it to our UK pharmacy. Your medicine will then be dispatched to your chosen address. 

Before taking any medication, it is important to read the Patient Information Leaflet. You can find information leaflets for your medicines by typing them into the search bar at medicines.org, or by contacting us.

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