Uses, Side Effects, Price of Nitrobest Tablet SR

Nitrobest Tablet SR is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat and prevent bacterial infections of the urinary tract. It works by killing the bacteria that cause such disease. But, it will not treat a viral infection.

Nitrobest Tablet SR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may take it with food to avoid nausea, which is a common side effect. It is better to have this medicine at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed it, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.

Some people may develop side effects like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away. This medicine may turn your urine into a dark yellow or brown colour. But, this is normal and nothing to worry about.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffering from any liver, kidney or heart problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic.

USES OF Nitrobest Tablet SR

• In Treatment of Bacterial infections of urinary tract

Benefits of Nitrobest Tablet SR

In Treatment of Bacterial infections of urinary tract Nitrobest Tablet SR works by stopping the growth of the bacteria in the urine that cause urinary tract infections. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

SIDE EFFECTS OF Nitrobest Tablet SR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea

Caution :

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Keep away from direct sunlight.

FAQ:

Q. How long does Nitrobest Tablet SR take to work on a UTI? Nitrobest Tablet SR starts acting quickly, but you will not start feeling better immediately after taking it. It may take a few days (2-3 days) before you see any improvement in your symptoms. If you do not start feeling better within 3 days of starting Nitrobest Tablet SR or your condition worsens, contact your doctor. It is important to complete the full course of Nitrobest Tablet SR as advised by your doctor, even if you start feeling better.

Q. What happens if you take Nitrobest Tablet SR without food? You should take Nitrobest Tablet SR with your meal or straightaway after the meal. Taking with food helps in absorption of medicine so that it works better. If you take it without food, you are likely to get an upset stomach. The symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and loss of appetite may also occur. Therefore, to avoid unpleasant side effects, take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Q. Does Nitrobest Tablet SR make your urine orange? Nitrobest Tablet SR may turn your urine brown or dark yellow in colour. However, you need not worry as this is usually a temporary and completely harmless effect. It will disappear once you stop taking Nitrobest Tablet SR. Consult your doctor if you are not sure or still have any concern, but do not stop taking Nitrobest Tablet SR.