GENERIC
Diloxanide Furoate
Indications
Dilamide is indicated for intestinal amoebiasis
Pharmacology
Diloxanide is a luminal amoebicide which is hydrolysed in the gut, thus releasing the free diloxanide which acts as an amoebicide. It is given alone in asymptomatic cyst passers. For patients with active amoebic infections, it can be administered with a 5-nitroimidazole e.g. metronidazole or tinidazole.
Dosage and administration
Adult : The recommended dose is 500 mg 3 times/day for 10 days. May repeat course if needed. Child: >25 kg : 20 mg/kg daily in 3 divided doses for 10 days, repeated if necessary.
Interactions
There are no known drug interactions and none well documented.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity.
Side effects
The frequency of these side-effects is unknown flatulence, itching, urticaria, vomiting
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy Category- Not Classified. FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.
Precautions and warnings
Caution should be exercised in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Avoid excess dosage.
Clinical information is taken from the most complete brand listing (Dilamide); it applies to the active ingredient.
Brands of Diloxanide Furoate
| # | Brand | Company | Form | Strength | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dilamide | Pharmadesh Laboratories Ltd. | Oral Suspension | 250 mg/5 ml | Not listed |
| 2 | Dilamide | Pharmadesh Laboratories Ltd. | Tablet | 500 mg | ৳ 5.00per unit |
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