<unk>  is an antibacterial medication used to treat bladder infections, but it is not as effective for kidney infections. It is taken by mouth. Common side effects include nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and headaches. Rarely numbness, lung problems, or liver problems may occur. It should not be used in people with kidney problems. While it appears to be generally safe during pregnancy it should not be used near delivery. While it usually works by slowing bacterial growth, it may result in bacterial death at the high concentrations found in urine.<unk>  was first sold in 1953. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. It is available as a generic medication. In 2019, it was the 192nd most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 2million prescriptions.
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