Positive Aspects of Macrobid:  Works very well at treating and preventing urinary tract infections

Negative Aspects of Macrobid:  It can upset the stomach but also can cause liver problems rarely. It also can cause persistant headaches.

Reason for taking Macrobid:  Used to treat or as a preventative for urinary tract infectons

Additional Comments:  I have taken Macrobid/Nitrofurantoin for many years as a once a day urinary tract infection preventative since I have a chronic problem. It has worked very well for me cutting down acute infections from once a month to maybe one or two a year.

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Positive Aspects of Macrobid:  Treats urinary tract infections

Negative Aspects of Macrobid:  Causes occasional headaches

Reason for taking Macrobid:  Acute urinary tract infection

Additional Comments:  My doctor prescribed Macrobid as a treatment for an acute urinary tract infection. It worked quickly and effectively. I did experience a headache the first couple days but these subsided with continued use.

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