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Dangers of over-the-counter nitrofurantoin for UTI.

Authors :
Cordoba, Gloria Christina
Holm, Anne
Bjerrum, Lars
Source :
BMJ: British Medical Journal. 8/15/2015, Vol. 351 Issue 8021, ph4186-h4186. 1/3p.
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

A letter to the editor is presented, that suggests careful consideration of over-the-counter nitrofurantoin for self-diagnosed uncomplicated cystitis as it may cause more harm, emphasizing the need for a health professional to assess suspected uncomplicated cystitis and perform diagnostic tests.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
17561833
Volume :
351
Issue :
8021
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
BMJ: British Medical Journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
108920104