Macrobid vs. Macrodantin

Are Macrobid and Macrodantin the Same Thing?

Macrobid(nitrofurantoin monohydrate/macrocrystals) andMacrodantin(nitrofurantoin) are antibiotics used to treaturinary tractandbladderinfections.

A difference is that Macrobid is taken twice daily, and Macrodantin is taken four times a day.

What Are Possible Side Effects of Macrobid?

Common side effects of Macrobid include:

  • nausea,
  • vomiting,
  • upset stomach,
  • diarrhea,
  • rust-colored or brownish urine,
  • vaginal itching ordischarge,
  • headaches, and
  • gas.

Tell your doctor if you experience serious side effects of Macrobid including:

  • bloody or watery diarrhea,
  • sudden chest pain,
  • shortness of breath,
  • 咳嗽,
  • fever or chills,
  • numbness or tingling in the hands or feet, or
  • easy bruising.

What Are Possible Side Effects of Macrodantin?

Common side effects of Macrodantin include:

  • headache,
  • itching,
  • rash,
  • nausea,
  • upset stomach,
  • vomiting,
  • loss of appetite,
  • diarrhea,
  • rust-colored or brownish urine, or
  • vaginal itching or discharge.

What is Macrobid?

Macrobid (nitrofurantoin monohydrate/macrocrystals) is anantibacterialdrug used to treat urinary tract and bladder infections caused byEscherichia coliorStaphyloccocus saprophyticusstrains of bacteria that are sensitive to this drug. Macrobid is available as ageneric. Macrobid should not be used forpyelonephritis(kidney infections) or other deep tissue infections such as perinephric abscesses.

What is Macrodantin?

Macrodantin (nitrofurantoin) is anantibiotic治疗或预防尿路infec规定tions. Macrodantin is available in generic form.

What Drugs Interact With Macrobid?

Macrobid may also interact with magnesium salicylate or choline magnesium salicylate.

What Drugs Interact With Macrodantin?

Macrodantin may interact withantacids, magnesium salicylate, choline magnesium salicylate, or probenecid. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use.

How Should Macrobid Be Taken?

Macrobid is available in 100 mg tablets for use in children under 12 years old and adults. Macrobid may interact with magnesium salicylate, choline magnesium salicylate, and probenecid or othergoutmedications.

How Should Macrodantin Be Taken?

Macrodantin should be given with food to improve drug absorption and, in some patients, tolerance. Adults should take 50-100 mg four times a day-the lower dosage level is recommended for uncomplicated urinary tract infections.

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References
SOURCE:

DailyMed。Macrobid Prescribing Information.

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=1971e893-5fdb-41e3-a1e9-5e52deed03d1

DailyMed。Macrodantin产品信息。

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=89d8696b-f9ce-9691-6222-8416ca143bba

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