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What Could Cause Nausea, Stomachache, Gas And Now Breathlessness After Taking Nitrofurantoin?

Hi, I have been taking Nitrofurantion for 5 days now. Have been having nausea and pains/gas in my stomach. Yesterday I also starting getting shortness of breath & my pulse rate was high. I stopped taking this medication yesterday afternoon, but still feel shortness of breath & my heart rate is still elevated.
Tue, 8 Jan 2019
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Your symptoms seem to be related to side effects of Nitrofurantoin. The symptoms usually go away on its own in a few days. If the symptom continue you should consult your doctor for an alternative medication.

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What Could Cause Nausea, Stomachache, Gas And Now Breathlessness After Taking Nitrofurantoin?

Hi, Your symptoms seem to be related to side effects of Nitrofurantoin. The symptoms usually go away on its own in a few days. If the symptom continue you should consult your doctor for an alternative medication. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.