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Compare Blujepa vs. Macrobid

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  • Blujepa (gepotidacin)
    Nitrofurantoin (Macrobid)
  • Blujepa (gepotidacin)
    Nitrofurantoin (Macrobid)

  • Summary of Blujepa vs. Macrobid

    Summary for Antibiotic
    Prescription only

    Blujepa (gepotidacin) is an antibiotic pill used to treat certain common infections, including uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) and gonorrhea in some people 12 years and older. It's the first antibiotic in a new class that works differently from others. The dose is taken twice a day for 5 days for a UTI, or as two high doses 12 hours apart for gonorrhea. Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain.

    Summary for Nitrofuran antibiotic
    Prescription only

    Nitrofurantoin (Macrobid) is an antibiotic used to treat or prevent a urinary tract infection (UTI). Some side effects include nausea, headache, and gas. It can also make your urine turn dark yellow or brown. Nitrofurantoin (Macrobid) doesn't have many interactions with other medications. There's a lower-cost generic version of nitrofurantoin (Macrobid) available.

  • Indications of Blujepa vs. Macrobid

    Indications for
    •Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) in women and girls 12 years and older who weigh at least 40 kg (88 lbs)
    •Uncomplicated urinary and genital gonorrhea in people 12 years and older who weigh at least 45 kg (99 lbs) when other treatment options aren't available
    Indications for
    •Treatment or prevention of urinary tract infections

  • Pros and Cons of Blujepa vs. Macrobid

    Pros and Const for Antibiotic
    Pros
    •Only need to take it for a short amount of time
    •Might work better for some people when other treatments haven’t helped
    •Approved for adults and children as young as 12 years old
    Cons
    •Commonly causes diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain
    •Interacts with many medications
    •Not recommended for people with serious kidney or liver problems
    Pros and Const for Nitrofuran antibiotic
    Pros
    •Works well to treat and prevent UTIs
    •Available as both a capsule and a flavored oral suspension
    •Safe to take if you're allergic to other antibiotics like penicillin or sulfa medications (e.g., Bactrim, Septra (sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim))
    Cons
    •Might need to take up to four times a day (depending on the formulation)
    •Can interact with certain types of antacids, travel vaccines, and lab tests
    •Can harm your lungs, liver, and nerves if taken for a long period of time

  • Common Side Effects of Blujepa vs. Macrobid

    Common Side Effects for

    UTI:

    •Diarrhea (16%)
    •Nausea (9%)
    •Stomach pain (4%)
    •Passing gas (3%)
    •Headache (2%)
    •Soft stool (2%)
    •Dizziness (2%)
    •Vomiting (2%)
    •Vaginal yeast infection (1%)

    Gonorrhea:

    •Diarrhea (49%)
    •Nausea (24%)
    •Stomach pain (8%)
    •Vomiting (6%)
    •Passing gas (6%)
    •Dizziness (5%)
    •Soft stool (5%)
    •Headache (3%)
    •Tiredness (3%)
    •Sweating (2%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea (8%)
    •Headache (6%)
    •Gas (2%)

  • Warnings of Blujepa vs. Macrobid

    Common Side Effects for
    •Heart rhythm problems (QT prolongation)
    •Build-up of acetylcholine
    •Severe allergic reactions
    •Diarrhea from Clostridioides difficile infection
    Common Side Effects for
    •Lung damage
    •Liver damage
    •Nerve damage (neuropathy)
    •Breakdown of red blood cells (hemolytic anemia)
    •Severe diarrhea

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