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Nitrofurantoin Mcr
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Anne Bowers Says:
Humana Prescription benefit Plan told me they will not cover this drug anymore as it is high risk for older patients. What are these risks? I have been taking 100mgs'day for about a year now due to kidney infections from kidney stones and an abcess. I take it as a precaution ( prophylactic) and have not had any problems since.
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It has been found that all of its side effects are more pronounced and common in the elderly, in addition it creates the risk of pulmonary fibrosis.
https://rxchat.com/wiki/Pulmonary_fibrosis/
https://rxchat.com/wiki/Nitrofurantoin/
In this case, it is probably best to speak to your doctor about using an alternative medication.
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