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Loperamide + Furazolidone Pharmacology
Loperamide + Furazolidone
About Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/AMechanism of Action of Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/APharmacokinets of Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/AOnset of Action for Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/ADuration of Action for Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/AHalf Life of Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/ASide Effects of Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/AContra-indications of Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/AInteractions for Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/ATypical Dosage for Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/ASchedule of Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/AStorage Requirements for Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/AEffects of Overdose of Loperamide + FurazolidoneN/ALoperamide
About LoperamideA synthetic piperidine derivative, Opioid, Antidiarrhoeal, Analgesic.Mechanism of Action of LoperamideLoperamide is a mu receptor agonist. It inhibits the release of Acetylcholine on myenteric plexus in the gastrointestinal tract. This results in slowing intestinal motility and reduces peristalsis and increase intestinal transit time. This will results in increased absorption of water from fecal matter. Loperamide also has a direct action on intestinal smooth muscle. It does not have any effect on central nervous system.Pharmacokinets of LoperamideAbsorption: Loperamide is poorly absorbed after oral administration
Distribution: It is widely distributed mainly in protein bound form
Metabolism: Absorbed drug undergoes metabolism in the liver
Excretion: It is excreted mainly in the faeces and small amount in the urine.
Onset of Action for Loperamide1 - 2 hours.Duration of Action for Loperamide1 dayHalf Life of Loperamide7 - 14 hoursSide Effects of Loperamide1.Dry mouth
2.Abdominal pain
3.Nausea
4.Vomiting
5.Gastric discomfort
6.Drowsiness
7.Dizziness
8.Tiredness
9.Constipation
10.Allergic reaction
11.Toxic megacolon
Contra-indications of Loperamide1.Hypersensitivity to Loperamide
2.Severe diarrhoea where inhibition of peristalsis is not desirable
3.Fever
4.Bloody stool diarrhoea
5.Pseudomembranous enterocolitis
Special Precautions while taking Loperamide1.Hepatic impairment
2.Acute ulcerative colitis
3.Crohn`s disease
4.Intestinal stasis
5.Pyloric obstruction
6.Urinary bladder neck obstruction
7.Gastric retentions
8.Use caution while driving vehicle or operating machine or performing activities requiring mental alertness
Pregnancy Related InformationContraindicatedOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationContraindicatedChildren Related InformationBelow 2 years: contraindicated
NEONATES: contraindicated
Indications for Loperamide1.DiarrhoeaInteractions for LoperamideN/ATypical Dosage for LoperamideAdult (Oral): Initial dose: 4 mg followed by 2 mg after each loose motion. Maintenance dose: 6 - 8 mg daily
Maximum dose: 16 mg / day
Children:
2 - 5 years: 3 mg / day in 3 divided doses
6 - 8 years: 4 mg / day in 2 divided doses
8 - 12 years: 6 mg / day in 3 divided doses
Schedule of LoperamideHStorage Requirements for LoperamideStore the drug at 15 - 30 degree C in a tightly closed container. Protect from heat and light.Effects of Missed Dosage of LoperamideDo not apply if it is taken as to control diarrhoea.
If it is taken as a regular schedule then take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of LoperamideGive supportive measures and symptomatic treatment. Drug can be removed from the body by gastric lavage. Absorption of the drug can be reduced by administration of activated charcoal. Respiratory depression can be treated with Naloxone. Furazolidone
About FurazolidoneA nitro furan derivative, Antibacterial,Antiprotozoal.Mechanism of Action of FurazolidoneFurazolidone is a nitro furan which is employed as a broad spectrum bactericidal agent the actual mechanism of action is not clear. But it is known that it interfere with several bacterial enzyme systems. They have effects on DNA and bring about various changes in bacteria & also have radiomimetic & mutagenic propertiesPharmacokinets of FurazolidoneAbsorption: It is partially absorbed orally
Excretion: It is excreted in urine
Onset of Action for FurazolidoneN/ADuration of Action for FurazolidoneN/AHalf Life of FurazolidoneN/ASide Effects of Furazolidone1. Dizziness
2. Headache
3. Nausea
4. Vomiting
5. Decreased B.P
6. Deafness with tinnitus
7. Urticaria
8. Fever
9. Arthralgia
10. Disulfiram like reactions with alcohol.
Contra-indications of Furazolidone1. Hypersensitivity
2. Along with alcohol
Special Precautions while taking Furazolidone1. Use cautiously in G6PD deficiency
2. Urine colour turns orange which has no clinical significance
Pregnancy Related InformationContraindicatedOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationContraindicatedChildren Related InformationUse with caution
Neonates : ContraindicatedIndications for Furazolidone1. Bacterial diarrhoea
2. Protozoal diarrhoea
3. Enteritis
4. Giardiasis
5. Trichomoniasis
6. Food poisoning
7. Infections caused by salmonella shigella etc.
8. Bacterial and monilial vaginitis
Interactions for FurazolidoneAlcohol: Disulfiram like reaction-facial flushing,light headedness, weakness, lacrimation.
Anorexiants: Increased pressor response of anorexiants due to MAO inhibition.
Levodopa: Both efficacy and adverse effects of levodopa increased especially hypertensive crisis. Effect lasts for several weeks after stopping furazolidone.
Sympathomimetics (indirect & mixed): Increased pressor sensitivity to these agents due to MAO inhibition.
TCAs: Hypertension, hyperpyrexia, seizures, tachycardia, acute psychosis.
Hypnotics & Sedatives: Dose of hypnotics and sedatives should be reduced.
Hypoglycaemics: Potentiates them.
Food: Hypertensive crisis with tyramine containing foods.
Typical Dosage for FurazolidoneAdults: 100mg 6 hourly 2 to 7 days depending up on the severity of infections
Children: 1.25 mg 6 hourly for 2 to 5 days & up to 10days for Giardiasis
Schedule of FurazolidoneHStorage Requirements for FurazolidoneStore at controlled room temperature at a range of 15 to 30 degree C. in a well closed container and protects from light.Effects of Missed Dosage of FurazolidoneTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of FurazolidoneTreatment is supportive and symptomatic.Home Delivery for Loperamide + Furazolidone in Your City
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