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Macrodantin

Macrodantin

1 9.1
A medicine that treats urinary tract infections caused by bacteria
  • noun
  • /ˌmækroʊˈdæntɪn/
  • Specialized
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  • The doctor prescribed Macrodantin for her recurring urinary tract infections.

Examples

  • Some patients may experience side effects while taking Macrodantin for a prolonged period.

  • If you are allergic to Macrodantin, inform your healthcare provider before starting the medication.

  • The doctor prescribed Macrodantin for her urinary tract infection.

  • Have you ever taken Macrodantin before?

  • My doctor prescribed Macrodantin to treat my urinary tract infection.

  • After discussing my symptoms, the physician recommended Macrodantin as the best option for my treatment.

  • To prevent recurrent urinary infections, she advised taking Macrodantin regularly.

Synonyms

nitrofurantoin
vsMacrodantin
  • Specialized
9.4

An antibiotic drug used to treat bladder infections

is the proprietary brand used commercially rather than the generic term

Surface Forms

Macrodantin singular
Macrodantins plural

Etymology

Macrodantin combines macro- ('large') with part of the drug name nitrofurantoin, and the name points to a 'large-crystal' form of the medicine. That's why Macrodantin is a brand of nitrofurantoin used to treat urinary infections.