Diloxanide Furoate Pharmacology

Diloxanide Furoate

About Diloxanide Furoate
Dichloroacetamide derivative, anti-protozoal, Luminal amebicides.
Mechanism of Action of Diloxanide Furoate
Diloxanide Furoate is a dicloroacetamide derivative which acts as a luminal amoebicide. It exerts its action by directly killing the trophozoites responsible for production of cysts.
Pharmacokinets of Diloxanide Furoate
Absorption: Orally well absorbed.
Metabolism: It is metabolized by glucuronide conjugation.
Excretion: Excreted through urine.
Onset of Action for Diloxanide Furoate
N/A
Duration of Action for Diloxanide Furoate
N/A
Half Life of Diloxanide Furoate
N/A
Side Effects of Diloxanide Furoate
1. Flatulence
2. Nausea
3. Itching
4. Urticaria rashes
Contra-indications of Diloxanide Furoate
N/A
Special Precautions while taking Diloxanide Furoate
1. Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Below 2 years : Contraindicated
Indications for Diloxanide Furoate
1. Mild intestinal Amoebiasis,
2. Asymptomatic cyst passers of Entamoeba histolitica
Interactions for Diloxanide Furoate
No known interaction.
Typical Dosage for Diloxanide Furoate
Adults: 0.5gm 8hourly for 5 to 10days.
Children (above 2years): 20mg/kg/day in divided doses up to 10days.
Schedule of Diloxanide Furoate
H
Storage Requirements for Diloxanide Furoate
Store in a cool dry place.Protect from heat and light.Keep out of the reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Diloxanide Furoate
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 Diloxanide Furoate
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

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