Martifur 50mg (Nitrofurantoin)

What is Martifur 50mg tablet?

Martifur 50mg Tablet is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat and prevent bacterial infections of the urinary tract. It works by killing the bacteria that cause such disease. But, it will not treat a viral infection.

Martifur Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may take it with food to avoid nausea, which is a common side effect. It is better to have this medicine at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed it, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.

How Martifur 50mg Tablet Works

Martifur Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria in the urine that causes infection.

How To Use Martifur 50mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Martifur Tablet is to be taken with food.

Benefits Of Martifur 50mg Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections of urinary tract

Martifur Tablet works by stopping the growth of the bacteria in the urine that cause urinary tract infections. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side Effects Of Martifur 50mg Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Martifur

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea

Warning

Alcohol

Consuming alcohol while taking Martifur Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

Martifur Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

Martifur Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

Martifur Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Martifur Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Martifur Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Martifur Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Martifur Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What If You Forget To Take Martifur Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Martifur Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQ’s

1. How long does Martifur Tablet take to work on a UTI?

Martifur Tablet starts acting quickly, but you will not start feeling better immediately after taking it. It may take a few days (2-3 days) before you see any improvement in your symptoms. If you do not start feeling better within 3 days of starting Martifur Tablet or your condition worsens, contact your doctor. It is important to complete the full course of Martifur Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you start feeling better.

2. What happens if you take Martifur Tablet without food?

You should take Martifur Tablet with your meal or straightaway after the meal. Taking with food helps in absorption of medicine so that it works better. If you take it without food, you are likely to get an upset stomach. The symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and loss of appetite may also occur. Therefore, to avoid unpleasant side effects, take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

3. Does Martifur Tablet make your urine orange?

Martifur Tablet may turn your urine brown or dark yellow in colour. However, you need not worry as this is usually temporary and completely harmless effect. It will disappear once you stop taking Martifur Tablet. Consult your doctor if you are not sure or still have any concern, but do not stop taking Martifur Tablet.

4. Can Martifur 50mg Tablet give you a yeast infection?

Yes, some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as ‘thrush’ after taking Martifur Tablet. This is because antibiotics kill the ‘good bacteria’ which help in preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get vaginal itching or discharge after taking Martifur Tablet or soon after stopping it.