Type 2 Nitrofurantoin

[Lornypops]

Hi, im a type 2 menopausal female. I have been given Nitrofurantoin to treat cystitis, but having read the information leaflet im not comfortable taking it. It states it isn’t recommended for diabetics and one of the common side effects is peripheral neuropathy (which I already have in my feet). Having done some research though, I’ve read it can, in some cases, be actually taken to TREAT neuropathy. I’m so confused. So, I was wondering if anyone has any experience with taking nitrofurantoin for uti’s and it’s side effects.

 

[Honeyblossom]

Hi lornypops, I've had nitrofurantoin on several occasions. No problems for me but brown urine is a common side effect - a bit concerning if you don't know about it! Anyway, clears up a UTI pretty quickly. Hope you feel better soon!

 

[Taighnamona]

Hi, im a type 2 menopausal female. I have been given Nitrofurantoin to treat cystitis, but having read the information leaflet im not comfortable taking it. It states it isn’t recommended for diabetics and one of the common side effects is peripheral neuropathy (which I already have in my feet). Having done some research though, I’ve read it can, in some cases, be actually taken to TREAT neuropathy. I’m so confused. So, I was wondering if anyone has any experience with taking nitrofurantoin for uti’s and it’s side effects.

I recently took this without any major side effects other than a little nausea. I was wary too but needed my uti resolved and unfortunately can’t take the other commonly used antibiotic. It was a three day course and it worked.