UTI

[hc1987uk]

Anyone been prescribed Macrobid for a UTI?

[Gerttie]

Yes. I'll never take it again. Cleared the infection but the side effects were brutal and some still remain and worsened after finishing the course. Side effects: strong stomach pains (they weren't from the infection), headache, runny nose, sore throat, sneezing, body tingles and extreme itch, extreme tiredness. I actually felt better with the UTI not being treated. I'm still dealing with weird headaches, limb tingling, and itching. This is a very, very strong med. I've had UTIs before & was given something different that worked perfectly fine. I've learned the reason why it is so strong is because it can clear a wide range of bacterial infections. I started to stop taking it midway but pressed on. I wish I'd stopped. I now need to see someone about the lingering side effects caused by this med. From all I've read it works for most but the side effects, including long-term damage for some, makes it not worth it. I think it should be banned.

[hc1987uk in reply to Gerttie]

Yeah I only took one. And felt worse after taken it. Threw up and my body felt like it was shaking if that makes sense. So I stopped taking it. Thankfully fingers crossed the UTI seems to have gone on its own. Will never be taking that again. I know a lot of women have had the same sort of side effects don’t know why it’s still been given out

[Gerttie in reply to hc1987uk]

You were very wise to stop! I also don't understand why it is still out there. It is a poison.

[hc1987uk in reply to Gerttie]

Yeah shouldn’t be allowed anymore. Ever think I’ve got a UTI again I’ll see if it goes on it’s own!

[Gerttie in reply to hc1987uk]

I looked this pill up. It has been terrorizing people since 1954! Sorry to hear it's back. To go through all of that and still not cured. I'm sticking to cranberry juice, tons of water, and AZO from here on out. for UTIs.