{"title":"Prescription UTI Treatment","description":"\u003cp\u003eUrinary tract infections (UTIs) occur when bacteria enter the urinary system, causing painful burning during urination, frequent urges to go, lower abdominal discomfort, and sometimes cloudy or blood-tinged urine. Prescription antibiotics—such as nitrofurantoin, trimethoprim, fosfomycin, or pivmecillinam—work quickly to eliminate the infection, but the right choice depends on the bacterial strain, your medical history, and any allergies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick Start Assessment to answer a few quick questions and receive personalised guidance on the most effective prescription UTI treatment for you, including dosing, duration, and tips to help prevent future infections.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nitrofurantoin","title":"Nitrofurantoin Capsules - 3-Day Course (6 Capsules)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNitrofurantoin is a prescription-only antibacterial medicine for acute uncomplicated lower urinary tract infection; each clinically approved 3-day course contains 6 capsules sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActive ingredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNitrofurantoin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapsules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-day course containing 6 capsules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLicensed use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcute uncomplicated lower urinary tract infection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLegal classification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePOM — Prescription Only Medicine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupply\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnly after clinical consultation and approval\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePatients for whom a prescriber or pharmacist has confirmed that nitrofurantoin is appropriate for an acute uncomplicated lower UTI.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use without clinical approval. The consultation assesses symptoms, pregnancy, kidney function, allergies and other factors that may require different care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete the clinical consultation before supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the dispensing label and Patient Information Leaflet (PIL).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake the 6-capsule course exactly as prescribed and complete the course.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk the pharmacy team if the strength or any instruction is unclear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is nitrofurantoin used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNitrofurantoin is used here for clinically approved treatment of acute uncomplicated lower urinary tract infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many capsules are in the course?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe selected course contains 6 capsules for 3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the capsule strength confirmed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe capsule strength is confirmed on the dispensing label and in the PIL; follow those instructions exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs a consultation required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Nitrofurantoin is a prescription-only medicine and supply depends on clinical approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSafety and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse only for the patient and course prescribed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete the prescribed course unless a clinician tells you to stop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the original packaging as stated on the label and keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the PIL. 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