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29 People found this comment helpful

I have been taking Marcrobid for years and I do not experience any major side effects. I may occasionally experience softer stools but that's it. Within 12 hours of taking this medication I feel 100%.

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38 People found this comment helpful

I rarely, if ever leave a review for much. But after my experience taking this antibiotic, I am going on as many sites as I can to inform others about this drug. I was prescribed 100mg of Microbid every 12 hours for 7 days for a UTI. I am not sensitive to antibiotics I have taken in the past, i.e. amoxicillin, Cipro, Z-pack. However, this antibiotic made me feel awful. I didn't see any change ...

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DesireeK | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
1/13/2023
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 3.7
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I didn’t have many symptoms of a UTI but when I went to urgent care for my back pain I was told there was blood in my urine. They prescribed me Macrobid because I’m allergic to Cipro. The first day was fine, the second day I had migraine and nausea. I’m on day three of seven currently and nothing too bad so far. If it gets worse, or I develop unbearable side effects, I’ll contact the doctor. Also note, this medication has made my urine turn a dark yellow orange color, so it could happen to you as well.Read More Read Less

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Consumer | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
1/7/2023
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 1.0
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UTI symptoms. Took for 2 days, suddenly felt worse after Macrobid. Ended up in ER. Felt weakness, fatigue, generally un-well, muscle aches, anxiety/tearful-out of blue, chills. Did not have any of this prior to Macro, even with leukocytes in urine. Severe belly distension/gastrinitis. Nausea (yes, took w/ food). This was all after starting Macro. Onset Cystitus symptoms, as well. Stopped Macro by advice of ER. Irritated bladder no doubt. Will not take again.

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belle | 19-24 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
12/30/2022
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection due to E. Coli Bacteria
Overall rating 5.0
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don’t let the bad reviews worry you. this is a very common uti med, and works amazing for me. no side effects besides some stomach ache and pain in abdominal area but that’s all. works like a charm within 24 hours no more burning. i get recurring utis and this med is my go to

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Thankful Woman! | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
12/5/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 4.3
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I’m apprehensive to take any form of antibiotic as I believe holistic ways are worth a try first. But after taking cystitis relief for 3 days to try and flush it out; it just wasn’t working. Exhausted and irritated I got a 3 day prescription of Macrobid. So yes, headaches are a thing but not the worst but I also take the following to soften the blow: Acidophilus Complex (which is a probiotic), dmannose and lots of water. I also eat a healthy size meal with both doses. I’m on the 3rd dose and I feel like my UTI has gone and I managed to get through the night and sleep!! If you have muscle aches, stretch it out! Take a painkiller for the headache and eat well. In my experience, these have been a god send! Read More Read Less

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Isabel | 75 or over | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
12/2/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 1.0
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This is a medication from hell. I was vomiting, had terrible headaches, having chills and also running a fever. I am 75 years old . Are these medications properly tested.

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Margaret Brunton | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/28/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 1.7
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Within 4 hours I started feeling sick, on taking second dose I was throwing up within an hour had a pounding headache, felt bone tired and very weak and had completely lost my appetite, by the 3 rd tablet a was sleeping constantly couldn’t stand without some help vomiting pounding headache, shivers and aches all over. Dreadful drug will never take it again, had to stop course half way through

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Mccp | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/27/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 1.0
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I have been prescribed macrobid twice this year for UTI, both prescribed twice daily for five days. The first time was fine. This second round though has been hell. My body hurts, mild chills, and worst of all I’ve had a tension headache/neck ache for 2 days now. My head has been pounding and truly debilitating over our long thanksgiving weekend. I’m also upset bc the doctor I spoke to said that macrobid is not known to cause severe headaches. These reviews made me feel valid. I had one pill left and have decided I won’t be taking it. Never again will I take this. There has to be other options. Read More Read Less

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Indigo | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/25/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 3.3
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I can't remember what I was prescribed the last time I had a UTI, but I think it worked faster than Macrobid, which is what I was given this time. On the other hand, this is the worst UTI I've ever had (urinating blood) so it's hard to compare. The first day I took this medication, I didn't have any side effects. But by the second day, my stomach was upset and I felt generally nauseous. On the fourth day, some diarrhea. What I've found helps is to eat a big meal right before taking Macrobid. Also sleep and get as much rest as you can. UTI symptoms did not clear up until the third day. On the fourth, there are still some minor lingering symptoms (urgent feeling when I need to pee). If you have sensitive digestion like me, take care when using this. Read More Read Less

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Kath51 | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/10/2022
Condition: Infection of the Urinary Tract caused by Enterococcus
Overall rating 1.7
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Have uti w no symptoms. Found out through routine urine test. Took 1 macrobid 100mg and feel horrendous. Body aches and fever like headache but no fever. My skin hurts to the touch. Dizzy and chilly. The worst antibiotic. It should be banned. I cannot wait for this to wear off.

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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | Patient
11/7/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 1.0
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Went to the urgent care for a suspected UTI. The NP on hand prescribed Macrobid. I took the first dose at 10am, and the second dose at 10pm. The next morning I woke early (5am) and felt this very odd feeling in my stomach. Not cramps per se, but it was so uncomfortable. I thought I needed to pee, so I did my business and went back into bed. Literally a few moments after I felt sick to my stomach and felt the urge to vomit. Nothing came out and suddenly I got hot and sweaty. I felt so weak. I could barely move. I’m 25! I had to let my boss know I’d late to work. Thankfully my real doc saw me at 8:30am and prescribed Keflex. So far so good. I will never touch this medication again. Read More Read Less

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Jane | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/5/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 1.0
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This medication made me so sick, severe headache, chills, falling asleep, dizzy and serious nausea. I will not touch this antibiotic again should come with a warning

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Christine | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/9/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 1.0
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Was prescribed this for a mild UTI. After one dose, I felt like I was in a cloud. I felt confused and weak and dizzy. I went to bed and felt terrible. After the second dose, I felt worse. Chills began and a horrendous headache. I felt disoriented and couldn't keep my eyes open. No appetite. Nausea. Brain fog feeling. Exhaustion. Honestly the UTI pain was better than the side effects from this medication. I stopped after two doses and still do not feel better. Wish I'd read the reviews here before starting it. Read More Read Less

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Piper | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/4/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 1.0
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Oh my god do I regret taking this HORRENDOUS MEDICATION!! I hope I go back to being normal again cause after taking it for 3 days & getting weaker & weaker & sleeping 15+ hours & joint pain going through the roof, ALLLLL OF WHICH HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH MY UTI, on day 3 I could barely talk I was so weak & I LOST MY ABILITY TO WALK!!! My joints were so weak/muscles & in so much pain I had to CRAWL over a half mile to get to help. I’m 33 years old!!! I got to the ER & they gave me fluids & said “wait it out” or basically “YOU ARE F___ed” & sent me home unable to walk still. It’s taken me 5 more days to be able to get some of my strength back & my joints still feel wobbly & strange & im still EXHAUSTED. SO IF MY BODY DOESNT RETURN TO NORMAL I AM SUING YOUR COMPANY BECAUSE NO ONE SHOULD BE TAKING THIS!!! I became disabled because of your medicine & though I seem to be getting better, I’m NOT RIGHT. & I’ve had UTIs before, NONE OF THESE THINGS HAVE TO DO WITH THIS!! Been having weird chest pains & hot flashes too.. 33 years OLD!!! Are you KIDDING ME!!!!???? The drug industrial complex BEYOND DISGUSTS ME!!!!!! How can this EVER BE USED!??? Read More Read Less

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Anonymous | 19-24 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/2/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 4.3
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I’m 24 and I hadn’t taken antibiotics since I was 12. In the past I’ve been able to flush out UTIs when they came on, but this one was not going away. So I went to the clinic and they prescribed me Macrobid. Within 24 hours, my UTI symptoms started to improve. I woke up the day after my first dose with lower back pain. After I took my second dose I developed chills and general malaise and fatigue. I started freaking out thinking the infection had moved to my kidneys, but after reading reviews on here and noticing an improvement in urinary tract symptoms, I realized it was just side effects. I’m currently on day 3 of 5. I’ve had stomach problems, back aches, fatigue, tingles, increased anxiety, but nothing severe enough for me to stop taking the meds. I much prefer to feel a little crappy for a couple days than get a kidney infection!!! Read More Read Less

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LouF | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/24/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 2.7
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This drug make me so very sick. I honestly thought I had rheumatoid arthritis because of the terrible joint pain it has given me. Sweating, fever, chills, exhaustion, vision problems, dizziness, nausea, extreme joint stiffness and pain, shortness of breath. It was very concerning and I nearly went to the ER. The side-effects kicked in a few days after taking it.

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Teresa Reid | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/18/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 3.0
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Oh, my goodness, never again! Developed a blazing headache with first dose. After second dose felt like I was dying, with chills, aching, malaise, flulike symptoms. Went to ER and urine tested clean so wasn’t still the infection. Having horrific dreaming and nightmares. Trying to finish five days prescribed treatment but not looking good.

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Not good. | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/8/2022
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection due to E. Coli Bacteria
Overall rating 2.0
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I took Macrobid twice for a mild UTI. The second time I didn't remember which antibiotic I had. Both times I had fever, chills, body aches. I don't understand why this medication is being prescribed when their are safer antibiotics that also treat UTI. Terrible experience. Never again.

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Lady348 | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/6/2022
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection due to E. Coli Bacteria
Overall rating 5.0
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I’m leaving a review because these there aren’t many positive reviews. I was taking Bactrim for 5 days twice a day. But was resistant. AZO test no Leukocytes but mid nitrates are present. I was prescribed Macrobid twice a day for 10 day. If you have anxiety. This antibiotic will cause panic attacks. Shortness of breath. Body aches. Headache. Nauseous. Tired. Your body is fighting an infection. But I rather have that then dying from a UTI. Tips take these with a big meal. Drink ONLY water all day. Tylenol helped me with the body aches. Read More Read Less

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Ash | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/5/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 4.0
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OMG don't listen to everyone's experience PLEASE!! I prolonged taking this medicine. I went to the ER twice. I even had anxiousness and a confused feeling because my urinary tract was infected. I was sent home each time with the push to just take Macrobid. My family and friends would even say if I don't take this I'd be doing my body a huge disservice. I was THAT scared to take this med. I did everything I could trying to "heal myself" drink water, cranberry juice, dmannose. That was a temporary fix... I am a 39 year old woman I finally mustered up the courage and took the antibiotics.. Day one I felt a headache Totally manageable. Day two I felt nausea didn't want to eat much and headache, managed by one tylenol Day three I felt my symptoms improve! The pain and foul smell was gone. It is VERY effective for a UTI Day four I felt tired. Slept half the day but ate well no headache! Day 5 I felt back to normal. Day 6 (wasn't on the meds) I felt tired again Day 7 (wasn't on the meds) yeast infection. Treated with over the counter. Please please TAKE it if you were prescribed it. My own opinion. Read More Read Less

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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
8/27/2022
Condition: Bacterial Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 1.0
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Wow. I came across these reviews and I’m shocked. I started feeling so sick like I had the flu after I took 2 doses. Raging headache, body aches, joint pain. I truly thought my body was trying to fight something but I see that this is all symptoms of this medication!

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