{"id":58560,"date":"2024-02-27T18:43:48","date_gmt":"2024-02-27T18:43:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medsname.com\/urifon\/"},"modified":"2026-04-30T10:16:50","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T10:16:50","slug":"urifon","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/nl\/urifon\/","title":{"rendered":"Urifon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- medsbase-tldr-answer --><\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fff8e1;border-left:4px solid #f5a623;padding:18px 22px;margin:18px 0;border-radius:4px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;\"><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Snel antwoord<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Urifon<\/strong> is <strong>nitrofurantoin<\/strong>, a first-line oral antibiotic for uncomplicated <strong>urineweginfecties (UTI's)<\/strong> \u2014 not for sexually transmitted infections. It concentrates in urine to kill <em>E. coli<\/em> and other common UTI pathogens. Typical dose: 100 mg twice daily for 5 days. Do not use for kidney infections (pyelonephritis) or prostate infections.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"medsbase-trust-strip\" style=\"background:#f4f8fb;border:1px solid #d8e3eb;padding:12px 16px;margin:16px 0;border-radius:4px;font-size:14px;\">\n<strong>Wat u krijgt bij MedsBase:<\/strong> WHO-GMP gecertificeerde fabrikant \u00b7 Discrete verpakking \u00b7 Wereldwijde verzending \u00b7 1.400+ geverifieerde <a href=\"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/nl\/reviews\/\">klantbeoordelingen<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"medsbase-reship-line\" style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;margin:8px 0 18px;\">\ud83d\udce6 Elke bestelling is gedekt door onze <a href=\"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/nl\/medsbase-re-shipment-assurance-policy\/\"><strong>Reshipment Assurance Policy<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 als uw pakket niet binnen 20 werkdagen arriveert, sturen wij het opnieuw.<\/p>\n<h3>Waarom bestellen bij MedsBase<\/h3>\n<p>Onze generieke medicijnen zijn afkomstig van WHO-GMP gecertificeerde fabrikanten en worden wereldwijd verzonden in discrete, eenvoudige verpakkingen \u2014 geen medicijnnaam op de buitenkant van het pakket. 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Elke bestelling wordt ondersteund door ons Reshipment Assurance Policy.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#f4f8fb;border-left:4px solid #2c7cb0;padding:14px 20px;margin:16px 0;border-radius:4px;font-size:0.95em;\">\n<strong>\ud83d\udd12 Waarom bestellen bij MedsBase:<\/strong> Geverifieerde echte fabrikantvoorraad \u00b7 Discrete wereldwijde verzending \u00b7 Beveiligde afrekenmogelijkheden (creditcard, crypto) \u00b7 Beoordeeld met 4.9\u2605 door 1.400+ klanten\n<\/div>\n<h2><strong>What Is Urifon?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Urifon is a branded generic of <strong>nitrofurantoin<\/strong>, a nitrofuran antibiotic developed in the 1950s that has re-emerged as <strong>first-line therapy for uncomplicated urinary tract infections<\/strong> (cystitis) thanks to its narrow spectrum, high urinary concentration, and low resistance rates. Available in strengths of <strong>100 mg<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important note on category:<\/strong> nitrofurantoin treats bacterial UTIs \u2014 it is not used for sexually transmitted infections. Although UTIs and STIs can both cause dysuria (painful urination), the pathogens, treatments, and follow-up differ significantly.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Genitale herpes (eerste episode):<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Uncomplicated UTI (cystitis) in women:<\/strong> 100 mg twice daily for 5 days (modified-release) \u2014 first-line per IDSA, EAU, NICE.<\/li>\n<li><strong>UTI prophylaxis (long-term):<\/strong> 50\u2013100 mg once daily at bedtime for recurrent UTIs (short or long term).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Asymptomatische bacteriurie tijdens zwangerschap<\/strong> (first and second trimester): 100 mg twice daily for 5\u20137 days. <strong>Avoid at term (\u226536 weeks)<\/strong> \u2014 see below.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Niet geschikt voor:<\/strong> kidney infections (pyelonephritis) \u2014 nitrofurantoin does not achieve adequate tissue concentrations outside the urine. <strong>Not for<\/strong> prostate infections, bloodstream infections, or systemic sepsis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Hoe in te nemen<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Take with food or milk \u2014 improves absorption and reduces stomach upset.<\/li>\n<li>Swallow capsules whole with a full glass of water. Stay well hydrated while on treatment.<\/li>\n<li>Voltooi de <strong>full course<\/strong> (5 days for acute UTI) even if symptoms resolve within 1\u20132 days. Stopping early promotes resistance and may allow the infection to return.<\/li>\n<li>Nitrofurantoin may turn urine dark yellow, brown, or rust-coloured \u2014 this is harmless.<\/li>\n<li>For recurrent UTIs, post-coital single-dose prophylaxis (one dose after sex) may be prescribed by a clinician.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><strong>Critical Warnings<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Renal function:<\/strong> not effective if creatinine clearance is &lt;30\u201345 mL\/min. At low GFR, urinary drug concentration is too low to work and systemic toxicity risk rises. Older patients especially need eGFR checked before use.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pulmonary toxicity (rare but serious):<\/strong> acute (allergic pneumonitis) usually within weeks of starting. Chronic (pulmonary fibrosis) with long-term prophylactic use. Report shortness of breath, cough, or fever immediately.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hepatotoxicity (rare):<\/strong> chronic use can cause liver injury. Monitor liver function on long-term prophylaxis.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Perifere neuropathie:<\/strong> risk increases with renal impairment, diabetes, B-vitamin deficiency, and long treatment duration.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pregnancy at term (\u226536 weeks)<\/strong> and in neonates &lt;1 month: risk of hemolytic anaemia in the newborn (G6PD deficiency). <strong>Vermijden.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>G6PD deficiency:<\/strong> contraindicated \u2014 risk of acute haemolysis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Bijwerkingen<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Vaak (\u22651%):<\/strong> nausea, loss of appetite, headache. Taking with food usually helps.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Minder vaak:<\/strong> diarrhoea, dizziness, rash, harmless urine discolouration.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ernstig (zeldzaam):<\/strong> acute pulmonary reaction, chronic pulmonary fibrosis, peripheral neuropathy, hepatotoxicity, haemolytic anaemia (G6PD), <em>Clostridioides difficile<\/em> colitis.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Who Should Not Take Urifon<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>eGFR \/ creatinine clearance &lt;30\u201345 mL\/min (drug ineffective + toxic)<\/li>\n<li>G6PD-defici\u00ebntie<\/li>\n<li>Pregnancy at term (\u226536 weeks) or during labour<\/li>\n<li>Infants under 1 month<\/li>\n<li>Previous history of nitrofurantoin-induced pulmonary reaction or liver injury<\/li>\n<li>Overgevoeligheid bekend<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Geneesmiddelinteracties<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Antacida<\/strong> (especially magnesium trisilicate): reduce absorption \u2014 separate doses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Probenecid:<\/strong> reduces renal excretion of nitrofurantoin, raising systemic levels and reducing urinary levels (effectively making the drug less useful for UTI).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fluoroquinolones:<\/strong> should not be combined \u2014 nitrofurantoin may antagonise fluoroquinolone activity.<\/li>\n<li>No significant interactions with hormonal contraceptives or most other commonly-used drugs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>UTI vs STI \u2014 Know the Difference<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>UTI and STI symptoms overlap (painful urination, frequency, urgency) but the pathogens and treatments are very different. Nitrofurantoin treats UTIs caused by <em>E. coli<\/em>, <em>Enterococcus<\/em>, <em>Staphylococcus saprophyticus<\/em>, en <em>Klebsiella<\/em>. Het geldt <strong>niet<\/strong> treat chlamydia, gonorrhea, mycoplasma, or trichomonas. If you have recent new sexual partner(s) or urethral discharge, test for STIs before assuming a UTI.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Opslag<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Store at room temperature (15\u201325 \u00b0C \/ 59\u201377 \u00b0F), away from moisture and light. Keep in original packaging. Keep out of reach of children.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faqs\">Veelgestelde vragen<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is Urifon first-line for UTI?<\/h3>\n<p>Nitrofurantoin has a narrow spectrum (mostly UTI pathogens), concentrates in urine, and has stable resistance rates even after 60 years of use. It spares gut flora better than broad-spectrum alternatives like trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole or fluoroquinolones.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How fast does Urifon work?<\/h3>\n<p>Most patients feel improvement within 24\u201348 hours. Full 5-day course is still required \u2014 stopping early leaves residual bacteria that can re-establish infection.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I use Urifon for a kidney infection?<\/h3>\n<p>No. Nitrofurantoin does not reach adequate tissue levels outside urine, so it cannot treat pyelonephritis or pyelitis. Fever, flank pain, or nausea with UTI symptoms need a different antibiotic.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does my urine turn dark?<\/h3>\n<p>Nitrofurantoin colours urine dark yellow, brown, or rust \u2014 this is harmless and stops when treatment ends. Does not indicate bleeding or kidney damage.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I take Urifon while pregnant?<\/h3>\n<p>In the first and second trimesters, yes \u2014 widely used and considered safe. Avoid at term (\u226536 weeks) and during labour due to neonatal hemolytic anaemia risk.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Urifon be used for STIs?<\/h3>\n<p>No. Nitrofurantoin does not cover chlamydia, gonorrhea, mycoplasma genitalium, or trichomonas. If your symptoms include urethral discharge, genital ulcers, or recent new sexual contact, request STI testing \u2014 treatment is different.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I take Urifon with birth control pills?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes \u2014 no significant interaction with hormonal contraceptives. Continue your usual pill\/patch\/ring as prescribed.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if UTIs keep coming back?<\/h3>\n<p>Recurrent UTIs (\u22652 in 6 months or \u22653 in 12 months) warrant investigation. Options include post-coital single-dose prophylaxis, nightly low-dose prophylaxis, vaginal oestrogen (post-menopause), and behavioural changes. Your clinician can tailor a plan.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gerelateerde producten &amp; gidsen<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/nl\/urivron\/\">Urivron (Nitrofurantoin)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/nl\/uriheal\/\">Uriheal (Nitrofurantoin)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"background:#fff3f3;border-left:4px solid #d9534f;padding:14px 20px;margin:16px 0;border-radius:4px;font-size:0.9em;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>\u2695\ufe0f Medische disclaimer:<\/strong> De informatie op deze pagina is alleen voor educatieve doeleinden en vervangt geen medisch advies. Raadpleeg altijd een gekwalificeerde arts voordat u begint, stopt of een medicatie wijzigt. 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