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nitrofurantoin

Definition:
A urinary anti-infective agent effective against most gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Although sulfonamides and antibiotics are usually the agents of choice for urinary tract infections, nitrofurantoin is widely used for prophylaxis and long-term suppression.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
  • furadantine
  • macrodantin
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/254981
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