How Does Nitrofurantoin Work?

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Drug Information: Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M Cryst Oral Uses And How To Use

Generic Name: NITROFURANTOIN/NITROFURANTOIN MACROCRYSTALS - ORAL
Pronounced: (NYE-trow-fyour-AN-toe-in)

Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst Oral Uses

This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis). It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased ...

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