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Urifast 50mg Tablet DT
Cipla Ltd.
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Treatment of Bacterial infections of urinary tract
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Benefits
In Treatment of Bacterial infections of urinary tract Urifast 50mg Tablet DT 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
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Urifast 50mg Tablet DT is to be taken with food.
How it works
Urifast 50mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria in the urine that causes infection.
Unsafe: It is unsafe to consume alcohol while taking Urifast 50mg Tablet DT , as it may lead to symptoms such as flushing, increased heart rate, nausea, thirst, chest pain, and low blood pressure, known as a Disulfiram reaction.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Urifast 50mg Tablet DT 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.
Caution Advised: Urifast 50mg Tablet DT 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.
Not Safe: Urifast 50mg Tablet DT may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Caution Advised: Urifast 50mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Urifast 50mg Tablet DT may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Use of Urifast 50mg Tablet DT is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease, who are unable to pass urine or have high creatinine levels.
Caution Advised: Urifast 50mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Urifast 50mg Tablet DT may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Use of Urifast 50mg Tablet DT is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Urifast 50mg Tablet DT is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.
Manufacturer Address
Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
References
Petri WA Jr. Sulfonamides, Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole, Quinolones, and Agents for Urinary Tract Infections. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilmans: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1474-75
Chambers HF, Deck DH. Miscellaneous Antimicrobial Agents; Disingectants, Antiseptics, & Sterilants. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 878
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 984-86
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