UTI antiseptics

Question 1

Macrodantin: Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin)

side effects

Answer 1

GI S/S
Tooth staining if capsule are opened
Brown colored urine
Allergic Respiratory rxn (chills, fever, cough x 2-4 days)

Question 2

Macrodantin: Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin)

interventions

Answer 2

monitor and report GI S/S
monitor and report Resp S/S
monitor lab values
do not crush capsule
if using suspension, dilute in milk or juice. have pt rinse mouth after admin of suspension