Diloxanide furoat

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Antiprotozoal agent.

Half-lifeThis section has been translated automatically.

Thirty minutes.

IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Remediation of asymptomatic germ carriers, follow-up treatment of intestinal amoebiasis ("amoebic dysentery"), amoebic liver abscess (Entamoeba histolytica).

Dosage and method of useThis section has been translated automatically.

  • 3 times/day 500 mg p.o. over 10 days.
  • Children: 3 times/day 7 mg/kg KG p.o. for 10 days.

Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.

Flatulence, rarely nausea, vomiting, pruritus, urticaria.

ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.

None.

PreparationsThis section has been translated automatically.

Entamides, furamides (both drugs are not approved in Germany but can be ordered from international pharmacies)

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer