Question 1

what is the definition or description of: macrobid overdose?

Accepted Answer

Macrobid overdose: Macrobid (Nitrofurantoin) is an antibiotic medication.
An overdose is when an excessive or dangerous amount of a medication or substance is used.

Question 2

what is the treatment for macrobid overdose?

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Usually supportive: Treatment for a Macrobid overdose will vary. If the overdose was recent, the healthcare provider may administer certain medicines or place a tube into the stomach to "pump the stomach." treatment also involves supportive care, which consists of treating the symptoms that occur as a result of the overdose. For example, supportive treatment options may include:

fluids through an intravenous l.

Question 3

i accidentally took 2 macrobids of 100mg; should i be worried of overdose?

Accepted Answer

Not at all...: The usual dose of this med is 100mg 2x/day thus 200mg per day. I assume you are using it for a urinary tract infection. You u are you and healthy, which i assume you are based on the medication given, you should be fine. You can skip a later dose today, or even taking your later usual dose without trouble. So, rest assured...But just be carefull next time around...Good luck.

Question 4

can 100mg macrobid tablet be opened and taken?

Accepted Answer

Macrobid: Macrobid is the drug Nitrofurantoin in a special matrix so that the active drug is released over an extended period.  This allows twice a day dosing for a drug that is normally given 4 times a day.  Opening the tablet will destroy the time-release system.  This will cause an overdose of the drug to enter the circulation and then there will be a period when no drug is released.Don't open the tablet.

Question 5

can macrobid be mixed with applesauce?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: Good way to give it to children.

Question 6

is it  safe to take macrobid for 10 days?

Accepted Answer

Yes, unless . . .: Nitrofurantoin (branded as macrobid) is often prescribed for 7-10 days to treat urinary tract infections. Just be sure you're not allergic to it! or taking any medication w/that might interact negatively. Also be mindful if you have chronic kidney disease. As always, only take this (and any other) medication as directed by your physician. And don't save any for the next infection!

Question 7

will macrobid help any with a possible streptococcus?

Accepted Answer

Nope: Nitronfurantoin (Macrobid) is not active against strep. In addition, it provides effective levels only in urine, not in blood or other tissues; it is not used against any infection outside the urinary tract. If you think you have a strep infection, see a health professional for testing and a prescription for effective treatment.

Question 8

side effects of macrobid 100mg 1 capsule twice a day?

Accepted Answer

Many: This antiseptic has close chemical similarity to diphenylhydantoin (dilantin), a drug with enough side effects to fill an entire textbook.  Taken for brief periods this can be a highly effective agent against simple urinary tract infection, but would advise against long-term usage in most circumstances.

Question 9

can i go tanning while taking 100mg of macrobid twice a day?

Accepted Answer

Macrobid: Tanning is not recommended while taking macro bid. The drug is sun sensitive.

Question 10

can macrobid capsules be opened and mixed in with applesauce or food?

Accepted Answer

Macrodantin (nitrofurantoin) better: You can mix the powder with, apple sauce, yogourt, ice cream etc on a teaspoon and take it that way. We usually prescribe it to taken that way by people, especially young children, who can not swallow pills or capsules.

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