Entowin Tablet

Furazolidone (NA)

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Entowin Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat diarrhea caused by microorganisms such as bacteria or protozoa. It works by killing the infection causing microorganisms and thus help in curing the infection.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 29 Jan 2026 | 12:50 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Furazolidone (NA)

Marketer

Syncom Formulations India Limited

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Entowin Tablet should be taken with food. You should take it regularly as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then infection may return or worsen.

The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, headache, stomach pain, and nausea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. You should avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.

Uses of Entowin Tablet

Diarrhea

Benefits of Entowin Tablet

Diarrhea
Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Entowin Tablet helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Entowin Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Entowin

Vomiting
Headache
Stomach pain
Nausea

How to use Entowin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Entowin Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How Entowin Tablet works

Entowin Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by suppressing bacterial enzymes involved in carbohydrate metabolism, thereby reducing the available energy for vital cellular functions.

Quick tips

Entowin Tablet is used for the treatment of diarrhea caused by giardia infection.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Do not drink alcohol while taking and till 4 days after taking this medication.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Entowin Tablet is used for the treatment of diarrhea caused by bacteria or protozoa.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Entowin Tablet.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Entowin Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Entowin Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Entowin Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Entowin Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Entowin Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Entowin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Ephedrine (Injection Route)

Do not consume Furazolidone with Ephedrine. If essential, consult your doctor.

Life-threatening

Oxymetazoline (Nasal Route)

Do not consume Furazolidone with Oxymetazoline. If essential, consult your doctor.

Life-threatening

Pseudoephedrine (Oral Route)

Do not consume Furazolidone with Pseudoephedrine. If essential, consult your doctor.

Life-threatening

Xylometazoline (Nasal Route)

Do not consume Furazolidone with Xylometazoline. If essential, consult your doctor.

Life-threatening

Xylometazoline (Nasal Route)

Do not consume Furazolidone with Xylometazoline. If essential, consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

What is Entowin Tablet used for?

Entowin Tablet is used to treat bacterial and protozoal diarrhea and other intestinal infections. It is effective against conditions like traveler's diarrhea, cholera, and giardiasis, which is an infection caused by a parasite.

I have diarrhea, but my doctor is not sure if it is from a virus or bacteria. Can I take Entowin Tablet?

No, Entowin Tablet is not effective against viral infections. This medicine is specifically formulated to treat diarrhea caused by certain types of bacteria or protozoa. It will not help with diarrhea caused by a stomach virus, food intolerance, or other non‑infectious causes.

How is Entowin Tablet administered, and should I take it with food?

Entowin Tablet is an oral medicine that you should swallow whole with a glass of water. To minimize the risk of stomach upset, it is generally recommended to take this medication with food or immediately after a meal.<br>

How quickly can I expect to feel better after starting Entowin Tablet?

While individual results can vary, you should start to see an improvement in your symptoms within a few days of starting Entowin Tablet treatment. It is very important to complete the full course of medication as prescribed by your doctor, even if you start to feel better sooner.

I have heard Entowin Tablet can change the color of my urine. Is that true?

Yes, it is a common and harmless side effect for your urine to turn a brown or dark yellow color while you are taking Entowin Tablet. This is normal, and the color will return to its usual shade after you finish the medication.

Are there any foods I need to avoid while taking Entowin Tablet?

Yes, because Entowin Tablet is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), you should avoid eating foods that are high in tyramine. This includes aged cheeses, cured meats (like salami), fermented foods (like sauerkraut), soy sauce, and red wine. Eating these foods can cause a dangerous increase in blood pressure.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Nitrofuran derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Nitrofuran & Its Derivatives

Related lab tests

Stool Examination R/M

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 599-600.
ScienceDirect. Furazolidone. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: Syncom Formulations India Limited
Address: 7, Niraj Industrial Estate, Off Mahakali Caves Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400 093, India

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Entowin Tablet

Benefits of Entowin Tablet

Side effects of Entowin Tablet

How to use Entowin Tablet

How Entowin Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Ephedrine (Injection Route)

Oxymetazoline (Nasal Route)

Pseudoephedrine (Oral Route)

Xylometazoline (Nasal Route)

Xylometazoline (Nasal Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Entowin Tablet used for?

I have diarrhea, but my doctor is not sure if it is from a virus or bacteria. Can I take Entowin Tablet?

How is Entowin Tablet administered, and should I take it with food?

How quickly can I expect to feel better after starting Entowin Tablet?

I have heard Entowin Tablet can change the color of my urine. Is that true?

Are there any foods I need to avoid while taking Entowin Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Stool Examination R/M

References

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