Diafural: Dosages and Ingredients | Full Prescribing Info

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Contents

Nifuroxazide.

Action

Nifuroxazide is a nitrofuran compound that has a bactericidal effect on Escherichia coli, Shigella dysentriae, Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Nifuroxazide works locally in the digestive tract. Nifuroxazide antimicrobial activity is greater than ordinary intestinal anti-infective drugs. In dilute concentrations (1:25,000) Nifuroxazide still has bactericidal power.

Indications/Uses

Diarrhea caused by Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus, specific and nonspecific colopathy, for children and adults.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Infant <6 mth 1 tsp (5 mL) twice daily; Infant >6 mth 1 tsp (5 mL) three times daily. Adult 1-2 tsp (5 - 10 mL) three times daily or as physician's recommendation.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

Special Precautions

Neurological disorder.

Adverse Reactions

There is a reduction in normal microbial flora, which may return to normal if the therapy with Nifuroxazide is stopped.

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Storage

Store in the temperature below 30°C in a tight close container. Keep away from sunlight.

MIMS Class

Antidiarrheals

ATC Classification

A07AX03 - nifuroxazide ; Belongs to the class of other intestinal antiinfectives.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Diafural oral susp 250 mg/5 mL

Packing/Price

60 mL x 1's

Diafural

nifuroxazide

Manufacturer:

Ifars