What side effects can this medication cause?
Possible side effects from nitrofurantoin include:
nausea
vomiting
loss of appetite
diarrhea
abdominal pain
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
rust-colored or brownish urine
headache
dizziness
drowsiness
nausea
incorrect results with some urine sugar tests
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives)
shortness of breath, chest pain, or other respiratory problems
stomach pain
yellowing of the skin or eyes
unusual fatigue or weaknes
numbness or tingling
fever or chills
visual changes
diarrhea
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Why is this medication prescribed?
Dosage and using this medicine
What special precautions should I follow?
What should I do if I forget a dose?