Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Nitrofurantoin as follows: Prolonged use of Nitrofurantoin can result in deficiency of enzyme systems needed to maintain the integrity of red blood cells. This can result in poor red blood cell integrity, predisposing the cells to lysis, contributing to development of hemolytic anemia. This breakdown of red blood cells, secondary to Nitrofurantoin intake, can result in elevated levels of the yellow pigment, bilirubin, in the blood. This can [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Nitrofurantoin as follows: Hematologic side-effects                                                                              Prolonged use of Nitrofurantoin can result in deficiency of enzyme systems needed to maintain the integrity of red blood cells. This can result in poor red blood cell integrity, predisposing the cells to lysis, contributing to development of hemolytic anemia. Long term Nitrofurantoin intake also can lead to hepatic injury, thus compromising liver function. This breakdown of red blood cells, hepatic injury, [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Nitrofurantoin as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects                                                                                                             Nitrofurantoin use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting. Taking dose of tamoxifen with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Human intestine has a lot of bacteria, living in a sensitive balance with each other. These bacteria could be harmless in the [...]

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 [...]