Antimicrobials
Nitrofurantoin

Nitrofurantoin

Low
Excellent (90 to 100%)

General Information

Uncomplicated cystitis in females with normal renal function.

  • Interstitial pneumonitis and fibrosis especially with prolonged use
  • Peripheral neuropathy

Antacids decrease absorption.

Think of this drug as a urinary antiseptic. Do not use for upper urinary tract infections.

Not recommended in males due to inadequate tissue penetration, especially with possible occult prostatitis.

Antimicrobial class: Nitrofuran

Pregnancy category: B

Average serum half life: 1 hour

Urine penetration: Therapeutic

Lung penetration: None

CSF penetration: None

Biliary penetration: None