Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Nitrofurantoin as follows: Metabolic side-effects Nitrofurantoin intake by diabetic individuals can result in poor blood sugar control and episodes of hyperglycemia. Diabetic individuals taking Nitrofurantoin for prolonged period of time must be aware of this side-effect with Nitrofurantoin and the signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia they can present with, such as, episodes of confusion, dry mouth, frequent urination, increased thirst and hunger, dry skin, and blurred vision. [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Nitrofurantoin as follows: General allergic reactions                                  Nitrofurantoin use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with Nitrofurantoin, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on how to take Nitrofurantoin as follows: Take this medication as ordered by your physician. Do not change the dose and f requency on this medication without consulting your doctor. Take the medication dose for the duration prescribed without fail. The dose and length of treatment depends upon the medical condition, severity of infection, and response to treatment. Take the medication dose at the same time, every day, to avoid forgetting the [...]

Patient was educated on therapeutic uses and mechanism of action of Nitrofurantoin as follows: Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic that is active against a number of bacteria infecting the urinary tract and causing urinary tract infections. As Nitrofurantoin reaches poor concentrations in body sites other than the urinary tract, it cannot be used for bacterial infections involving body sites other than the urinary tract. Based on the concentration and susceptibility of the bacteria infecting the urinary [...]