Macrodantin (nitrofurantoin macrocrystals) is an antibiotic treatment useful in preventing or combating urinary tract infections (UTIs). Because the medication concentrates in the bladder it is not an effective choice for applications elsewhere in the body, including the kidneys.

Available since the 1950s, this medication gradually fell out of favor as new antibiotics were discovered. In recent years, however, bacteria resistant to more commonly-used antibiotics have caused renewed interest in Macrodantin. It is not uncommon for doctors to give patients a prescription to buy Macrodantin as a first-line treatment in the USA and EU.

That said, there are now some bacteria resistant to Macrodantin, though not nearly as widespread as with other antibiotics. To be on the safe side patients should have the offending bacteria identified prior to buying Macrodantin to ensure the particular strain is not resistant. This is less of a concern in patients who have recurring UTIs and have previously used Macrodantin successfully.

Macrodantin can be used in all ages, though very young children will require modified dosing. The medication is also used in veterinary medicine; clients should not buy Macrodantin meant for humans for use in animals as inactive ingredients can cause serious harm.

There is conflicting evidence as to the safety of Macrodantin on unborn or nursing babies. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should discuss potential risks with a doctor; in most places safer alternatives will be readily available.

Treating UTIs

Patients most commonly buy Macrodantin to treat bacterial infections of the bladder or urinary tract. It is effective against all common bacteria that cause such infections, including E. coli and several Staphylococcus and Streptococcus species, provided the particular variety of bacteria has not developed resistance.

In otherwise healthy adults:

• 50 to 100 mg should be taken four times per day, spaced apart as evenly as possible.
• Food or milk should be consumed with each dose to aid with absorption.
• Treatment should continue for at least one week.
• Treatment should continue for three days after the infection has cleared up.

In younger patients dosage depends on weight; as a general rule, 5 mg of Macrodantin per kg of weight per day. As with adults, the total dose should be divided into four smaller doses, taken at evenly-spaced intervals throughout the day.

Dosage depends on both the severity of the infection and patient weight. Likewise duration of treatment may vary; one week is sufficient in most cases, but sometimes it will take longer. Some improvement is usually noticed within a day or two of starting treatment, with significant alleviation of pain, discomfort, and other UTI symptoms.

If there is little or no improvement after a week of taking Macrodantin a doctor should be consulted. It may not be a bacterial infection, or the bacteria may have developed resistance.

Preventing UTIs

Patients who are at high risk of acquiring a UTI or who are simply prone to them may also buy Macrodantin to prevent them.

Treatment is simple:

• Adults should take 50 to 100 mg once per day, typically at bedtime.
• Children should be given 1 mg per kg of weight per day, at bedtime.
• Food or milk should be consumed with each dose to aid with absorption.
• Treatment may continue for as long as necessary, but there are risks associated with long-term use.

Though rare---about 1 in 5000 patients---some individuals experience pulmonary (lung) complications if taking Macrodantin long-term. The risk is slightly higher in women and slightly higher in elderly patients. Symptoms may not be noticeable until serious damage has been done. Patients using Macrodantin for more than a couple weeks should be alert for any change in lung function; unexplained frequent coughing, chest pain, difficulty breathing, or any other changes, and should attend regular doctor checkups to monitor for developing complications.

Macrodantin may cause the urine to be brown. This is normal and not cause for concern.

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