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Is Macrodantin The Right Medicine For Bladder Infection?

I have had secondary progressive MS for 37 years. I have been prescribed Macrodatn (2x100mg daily) by my Urologist to treat recurring bladder infection due to self catheterisation. Recently I have experienced increasing balance problems. My Neurologist has advised caution as Macrodatin is toxic to the nervous system. Should I stop treatment with this drug?
Mon, 1 May 2023
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Hello,

Yes, Macridantin can cause or aggravate peripheral neuropathy, a neurological condition associated with severe paresthesia and sometimes muscle weakness.

To those with similar symptoms, I recommend the following:
1) You can stop Macrodantin.
2) You can take tab. Norflox instead.
3) Norflox for 5 days.
4) Norflox doesn't harm your nervous system
5) Norflox is used to treat both complicated and uncomplicated urinary tract infections.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist
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Is Macrodantin The Right Medicine For Bladder Infection?

Hello, Yes, Macridantin can cause or aggravate peripheral neuropathy, a neurological condition associated with severe paresthesia and sometimes muscle weakness. To those with similar symptoms, I recommend the following: 1) You can stop Macrodantin. 2) You can take tab. Norflox instead. 3) Norflox for 5 days. 4) Norflox doesn t harm your nervous system 5) Norflox is used to treat both complicated and uncomplicated urinary tract infections. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist