Furantez SR Tablet

Short Description

Furantez SR Tablet is an antibiotic that fights bacteria, used to treat and prevent bacterial infections of the urinary tract.

Dosage Form

Tablet SR

Introduction

Furantez SR 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.

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. Furantez SR Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

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

Breastfeeding Warning

Furantez SR 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.

Pregnancy Warning

Furantez SR Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

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

Treats and prevents uncomplicated urinary tract infections. Finish the prescribed course of the medicine even if you start to feel better. Take it with food to avoid nausea which is a common side effect. It can turn your urine a dark yellow or brown colour. This is normal and nothing to worry about. Do not take it for longer or more often than prescribed by your doctor.