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Composition:

NITROFURANTOIN-100MG

Uses:

<p>Goodfuron Tablet SR is used in the treatment of bacterial infections like urinary tract infections (UTIs), including bladder Infection, cystitis, and kidney infections. The detailed uses of Goodfuron Tablet SR are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Urinary tract infections (UTIs):</strong> Goodfuron Tablet SR treats urinary tract infections caused by bacteria like E. coli, by stopping the growth of bacteria, helping to relieve symptoms and clear the infection.</li><li><strong>Bladder Infection: </strong>Goodfuron Tablet SR treats bladder infections by killing the bacteria that cause the infection, helping to relieve symptoms like burning during urination and frequent urination.</li><li><strong>Cystitis: </strong>Goodfuron Tablet SR is commonly used to treat cystitis, which is inflammation of the bladder often caused by bacterial infections. It helps to alleviate symptoms and clears the infection.</li><li><strong>Kidney infections: </strong>Goodfuron Tablet SR may also provide relief from the symptoms due to kidney infections that are often caused by bacteria.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Goodfuron Tablet SR contains antibiotic Nitrofurantoin, which helps in treating and preventing a wide range of bacterial infections like urinary tract infections (UTIs), including Bladder Infection (cystitis) and kidney infections caused by most susceptible bacteria (susceptible strains of Escherichia coli, enterococci, staphylococci, Citrobacter, Klebsiella and Enterobacter). It is bactericidal in nature and works by killing bacteria that cause infections by preventing the formation of the cell wall required for living. It also inhibits the repair of bacterial cells. Altogether it kills the bacteria.

FAQs

Goodfuron Tablet SR is used to treat bacterial infections like urinary tract infections (UTIs), including bladder infections, cystitis and kidney infections.

Goodfuron Tablet SR kills bacteria by entering their cells and destroying their genetic material. As a result, it is effective against bacterial infections.

Goodfuron Tablet SR belongs to the class of penicillin antibiotic. Goodfuron Tablet SR is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of bacteria. On the other hand, penicillin is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic effective against less number of bacteria.

No. You should complete the full course of Goodfuron Tablet SR as prescribed by your doctor. After completing the full course of Goodfuron Tablet SR will work. It is important that you take Goodfuron Tablet SR at the right dose, right times and for the right numbers of days.

Goodfuron Tablet SR does not work against viral infection. So, treating common cold and cough should not be taken.

Goodfuron Tablet SR makes your skin sensitive to sunlight, known as photosensitivity. So, prolonged exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light should be avoided. In case of emergency, you should always wear sunscreen before going out.

No, Goodfuron Tablet SR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.

Stay hydrated by drinking at least six glasses of water or other fluids. Keep your underwear clean, and use underwear made of cotton to avoid spreading infection. Always keep your bladder empty as much as possible by peeing regularly. Your doctor may prescribe cranberry juice with antibiotics to treat urinary tract infections.

Always follow your pharmacist's or doctor's advice and the instructions that come with your medicine.

Your dose of Goodfuron Tablet SR depends on whether it's to treat or prevent a medical condition, your age, and how bad the infection is.

Goodfuron Tablet SR can cause acute or chronic liver injury. So, inform your doctor before prescribing Goodfuron Tablet SR about your medical condition. Your doctor will monitor your liver with blood tests and adjust the treatment if necessary.

Never take an extra dose to make up for a forgotten one. It may lead to more prone to more adverse events.

In some cases, Goodfuron Tablet SR may cause blurred vision. It may be severe and, in some instances, permanent. So, seek medical attention immediately if you observe any symptoms related to this.

In some instances, Goodfuron Tablet SR may cause neurological adverse effects, including headache, drowsiness, vertigo, dizziness, nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), intracranial hypertension, and peripheral neuropathy.

No, Goodfuron Tablet SR is not a sleeping pill; it is an antibiotic medication. However, it can make you feel dizzy or sleepy.

Goodfuron Tablet SR begins working within a few hours, but it should be taken for 5 to 7 days to fully treat an infection.

No, Goodfuron Tablet SR is not intended to treat anxiety. It is an antibiotic medication.

Acidic foods, spicy foods, alcohol, and caffeine can all increase UTI symptoms and nitrofurantoin side effects, so you may want to avoid these while taking the medication.

Even if you feel better, continue taking nitrofurantoin until the end of the prescription. If you stop taking nitrofurantoin too soon or skip doses, your infection may become more difficult to cure, and the bacteria may develop antibiotic resistance.

Goodfuron Tablet SR might cause weight loss as taking it makes you feel less or not hungry (loss of appetite). However, it varies from person to person.

Swallow the tablet whole with a drink of water. Do not chew or break them. Take Goodfuron Tablet SR with or after a meal or snack. This helps your body absorb the medicine, as well as helping to prevent stomach upset.