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Macrobid (Nitrofurantoin) is an antibiotic used to treat urinary tract infections.
Before taking macrobid
Don't take macrobid if you have any of these conditions: anemia, diabetes, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, kidney disease, liver disease, lung disease, other chronic illness, an unusual or allergic reaction to nitrofurantoin, other antibiotics, other medicines, foods, dyes or preservatives, pregnant or trying to get pregnant, breast-feeding.
Macrobid possible side effects
Side effects that you should report to your doctor as soon as possible:
* allergic reactions like skin rash or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
* chest pain
* cough
* difficulty breathing
* dizziness, drowsiness
* fever or infection
* joint aches or pains
* pale or blue-tinted skin
* redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
* tingling, burning, pain, or numbness in hands or feet
* unusual bleeding or bruising
* unusually weak or tired
* yellowing of eyes or skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor if they continue or are bothersome):
* dark urine
* diarrhea
* headache
* loss of appetite
* nausea or vomiting
* temporary hair loss
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