This medicine contains the active ingredient nifuroxazide which is an oral nitrofuran antibiotic. This medicine slows down an overactive bowel irritated by bacteria, such as Staphylococcus pyogenes, E. Coli, Salmonella, Shigellae, Enterobacter, Clostridium perfringens and other. Nifuroxazide is used to treat acute cases of diarrhea in adults and children. Long lasting diarrheas can cause dehydration and weakness, so it is important to start the treatment as soon as possible. [...]
This medicine contains the active ingredient nifuroxazide which is an oral nitrofuran antibiotic (intestinal anti-infective). This medicine slows down an overactive bowel irritated by bacteria, such as Staphylococcus pyogenes, E. Coli, Salmonella, Shigellae, Enterobacter, Clostridium perfringens and other. Nifuroxazide is used to treat acute cases of diarrhea in adults and children. Long lasting diarrheas can cause dehydration and weakness, so it is important to start the treatment as soon as possible.
Nifuroxazide is not suitable for everyone. Do not use it
In particular, you must tell the doctor if you:
Nifuroxazide interacts with other medicines. It is most important that you tell the doctor all the medications and herbal supplements that you are currently taking.
See the package leaflet for a complete list of possible contraindications and warnings.
This medicine is available in form of a capsule and oral suspension.
You should take nifuroxazide exactly as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, or do not use it for a longer time than your doctor instructed. Do not take two doses together if you miss a dose. Read the information leaflet provided with your medication for additional information. Talk to your doctor if you have any additional questions.
Like all medicines nifuroxazide can cause side effects, including:
Consult a doctor if the side effects are severe. See the package leaflet for a complete list of side effects.
