Used to treat infections of the urinary tract

• Derivative of nitrofuran used as an antibacterial medicine (trade name Macrodantin) effective against a broad range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria

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n. A nitrofuran drug, 1-(5-nitro-2-furfurylideneamino)hydantoin, used in the treatment on urinary tract infections such as cystitis.

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n. derivative of nitrofuran used as an antibacterial medicine (trade name Macrodantin) effective against a broad range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria; used to treat infections of the urinary tract [syn: Macrodantin ]

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Nitrofurantoin , sold under the trade name Macrobid among others, is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections . It is not effective for kidney infections . It is taken by mouth. Common side effects include nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and headaches. ...