Furazolidone

Generic Name : Furazolidone

TradeName :
FUROXONE

Why it is prescribed
(Indications) : It has activity agents gram negative bacilli eg. shigella, salmonella and is also effective against trichomonas giardia.

When it is to be taken : Adults: 100mg 3-4 times. Children: 5mg/kg bw daily in 4 divided doses.

How it should be taken : Adults: 100mg 3-4 times. Children: 5mg/kg bw daily in 4 divided doses.

Special Instruction :
Stop the medication if urine colour turns orange. The medication interacts with alcohol, anorexiants, Levodopa, sympathomimetrics, hypnotics and sedatives.

Side Effects :

Nausea, vomiting, dizziness & headache.

Other Precautions :
Not recommended in pregnancy & lactation. May be given reduced dose in old age.

Storage Conditions :

Store at room temperature.

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