Gonapan DF 250mg/200mg tablet

Introduction

How To Use

• Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water.
• Take it with or without food.
• Swallow it as a whole, do not crush or chew the medicine.
• Take it at the same time to help you remember.
• Or use it exactly as instructed by your doctor.

Expert Advice

• Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• Drink an adequate amount of water.
• Do not use more than the recommended amount.
• Do not skip or alter the dose.
• Inform your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects.
• Get medical help if the condition persists or worsens.

Primary Uses

Indications

Diloxanide Furoate is indicated in amoebiasias (amoebic infections), giardiasis (infection of small intestine), and other systemic diseases due to other E. histolytica organisms.

Side Effects

Patients using Diloxanide Furoate may at times experience GI (gastro-intestinal) distress. If you experience this for a long period of time, consult your doctor immediately.

Contraindications

Do not use this medicine if you’re allergic to any of its constituents.

FAQS

What are the indications?

This medication is used for treatment of asymptomatic (not showing symptoms) amoeba infections. It can also be used with other medicines such as nitroimidazoles for treatment of invasive or extra-intestinal forms of amebiases.

How to store this medicine?

Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.

What are the side effects?

You may experience gas and red bumps on skin.

How long should I take this medicine?

You should use this medicine as long as prescribed by the doctor. The treatment is considered successful if the stool remains free from worms for more than a month.

Does this medicine kill bacteria?

Yes, this cream is an antibiotic which can be used locally to avoid unwanted bacteria.

Will this medicine interfere with the use of condoms?

Using this medicine might make a condom less effective. Kindly discuss other forms of contraceptives with your doctor when you are using this medicine.

Should any medicine be avoided while using this medication?

Disulfuram and the use of alcohol should be avoided while using this medication. Contact your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Can I drink alcohol while using this medicine?

It is best to avoid drinking and marijuana while using this drug, as it may cause dizziness.

Can I stop taking this medicine if I feel better?

Since this is an antibiotic, it should be taken for the amount of days prescribed. Otherwise, the infection might come back. Kindly do not stop taking this medicine even if your symptoms have improved.

Indications:

This medication is used for the treatment of amoebic infections, acute ulcerative gingivitis, liver abscess, and for certain asymptomatic infections.

Administration:

This medicine is mostly used orally or intravenously. The intravenous form is injected into a vein by a medical professional. However, if you are self-injecting or doing it at home, make sure you follow the correct procedure and take all necessary precautions. The dosage is dependent on the age, condition and its severity. Please consult a doctor before using this medicine.

Storage:

Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.

Side Effects:

You may experience the following: • Upset stomach • Swelling of the face • Skin reactions • Dark urine • Seizures associated with long term use

Precautions:

• Patients with kidney disease should be cautious • Patients with liver disease should be cautious • Patients with central nervous system diseases • Monitor liver function during treatment

Effects on pregnancy and lactation:

This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy and lactation.