Macrofuran 100 mg 30 capsules

Trade name:

Macrofuran

Macrofuran

Properties

Antimicrobial agent, a derivative of the nitrofuran group, primarily for the treatment of urinary tract infections. Violates the synthesis of proteins in bacteria and the permeability of the cell membrane. Active against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria (Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., Shigella dysenteria spp., Shigella flexneri spp., Shigella boydii spp., Shigella sonnei spp., Escherichia coli, Proteus spp.).

Indications

— bacterial urinary tract infections (pyelitis, pyelonephritis, urethritis, cystitis);

— prevention of infections during urological operations or examinations (cystoscopy, catheterization, etc.).

Dosage and administration

Acute uncomplicated urinary tract infections: 50 mg 4 times a day for 7 days.

— severe chronic relapse: 100 mg once a day. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor. For prevention, take 50 mg up to 4 times a day during procedures and 3 days after

Contraindications

— hypersensitivity;

— chronic renal failure;

— heart failure II-III stage;

Side effects

Nausea, vomiting, allergic reactions (lupus-like syndrome, arthralgia, myalgia, anaphylaxis, chills, eosinophilia, rash), dizziness, headache, asthenia, nystagmus, drowsiness, interstitial changes in the lungs, broncho-obstructive syndrome, fever, cough, chest pain , hepatitis, cholestatic syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, pancreatitis, pseudomembranous enterocolitis, rarely — abdominal pain, diarrhea.

Storage method:

Store at a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees.