Paraplegic man died from lung disease linked to long-term nitrofurantoin use; multiple healthcare providers missed opportunities to inform him about risks.
NZ Health and Disability Commissioner found a paraplegic man died from lung disease linked to long-term nitrofurantoin use. Multiple healthcare providers missed opportunities to inform him about the risks. The case led to a recommendation to limit the antibiotic's subsidy beyond six months, and improvements in awareness and education on its potential long-term risks.
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