NIFUROXAZIDE

Nifuroxazide is an antibiotic that is also known as a nitrofuran, and is taken by the mouth as a capsule or a suspension. It was patented in 1966 and is used to treat colitis and loose bowel movement. A 2016 study has shown that Nifuroxazide is more effective than probiotics in treating adult diarrhea.

Uses

Nifuroxazide is used in the following:

Colitis
Diarrhea

Warning

Do not use Nifuroxazide in patients with the following conditions:

Hypersensitivity to nitrofuran derivatives

Side Effects

Nifuroxazide may have the following side effects:

Hypersensitivity reactions

Precautions

Take extra caution in patients with the following medical conditions:

Children
No improvement after 3 days
Invasive infections
Dehydration

Interactions

Nifuroxazide may interact with the following medicines:

Statins
Digoxin
Oral anticoagulants
Hydrochlorothiazide
Paracetamol
Bile acids

Overdose & Brands

Symptoms of overdose may include the following:

Hemolytic anemia
Liver damage
Neurological disorders
Gastrointestinal disorders
Renal disorders

Available Brand:

Ercefuryl

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