Can Nitrofurantoin Be Used For A Tooth Infection

I am currently experiencing a toothache and have also suffered from bladder infections following a vaginal hysterectomy and bladder sling procedure with pelvic mesh for prolapse, which seems to be causing recurrent infections. Could this medication also be effective for treating my toothache? Additionally, what other conditions can it be used for? ## Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic that's usually used to treat UTIs and E. Coli. [1] And the first relevant factor here is that you shouldn't be trying to self-diagnose and self-treat, just because you have some antibiotic left at home. You may not have enough to properly treat any given infection, which creates the risk of your developing antibiotic resistant bacteria. That can also be a problem if you take it for something that turn...

1 REPLY

I have wisdom teeth that cracked and I haven't got them pulled out. Now the ones in front of my wisdom teeth cracked and got holes and hurt really bad. Can I use this antibiotic? ## Macrobid (Nitrofurantoin) is usually not the preferred antibiotic to treat dental infections. It is most commonly used to treat urinary tract infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and stomach pain. It would be best to see a dentist, so they can prescribe the appropriate medications and correct the problems that have caused these issues. If you allow them to continue, things are just going to keep getting worse. As someone that has had to get dentures due to severe dental issues throughout my life, I can tell you that while I do lov...

1 REPLY

Can I take Mylan 3422 for my absessed tooth? ## What has your dentist advised? This contains 100mgs of Nitrofurantoin, which is an antibiotic, but is not usually the first choice for a dental infection. And, if it does help, it would only be temporary, because whatever is causing the tooth to become infection needs to be addressed and corrected, or it will just return.

1 REPLY

I would like more information on the side effects of Nitrofur Macr 100mg. ## Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic, it is most commonly used to treat urinary tract infections. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, skin rash and diarrhea. Read more: Are there any other comments or questions? ## I used this medication this past week-end and developed the following symptoms: skin rash, drowiness, dizzines, fever, etc. Immobile for several days ## I'm on day 3 of this med, having headache, fatigue, light-headedness, nausea...should I stop taking it? I have 4 more days. ## Can u take this for a tooth infection?

4 REPLIES

I want to know what this medicine is used for? ## Hi Virginia, Macrobid (Nitrofurantoin) is an antibiotic. It is usually used in treating urinary tract infection. Like many other drugs, it is often used against E Coli. Side effects may include: Nausea and vomiting, fever, rash, and hypersensitivity pneumonitis. It can also cause pulmonary fibrosis. If you would like to learn more information about this antibiotic, please visit the link below... Did you have any more questions or comments to add? Please post back if you do, and I will be happy to help you. ## can I use NitrofurantoinUARJYB 100 mg to treat a inflamation of a tooth? ## How quickly does macrobid (100mg 2x daily) start working? I always feel like I have to pee and my bladder never feels empty even though it is.

3 REPLIES

Can this medicine be used to gratis a tooth infection? ## Hi Heidi, I have my doubts, because Nitrofurantoin has poor tissue penetration and is not indicated to treat anything other than simple cystitis (urinary tract infections). I would however recommend using clove essential oil for tooth and mouth related infections. Not only does it numb the pain, but it also kills the infection. A cheap natural alternative to prescription drugs, that is more effective in my opinion. I hope this helps! ## Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic that can be used to treat various types of infections, but it usually isn't the first choice for a dental infection. Learn more Nitrofurantoin details here. Did your dentist prescribe this?

2 REPLIES