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Furazolidone
INFORMATION ABOUT FURAZOLIDONE
Furazolidone Uses
Furazolidone is used in the treatment of diarrhea. It treats diarrhea caused by giardia infection.
How Furazolidone works
Furazolidone is an antibiotic. It works by suppressing bacterial enzymes involved in carbohydrate metabolism, thereby reducing the available energy for vital cellular functions.
Common side effects of Furazolidone
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
Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Stomach pain
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03 Nov 2025 | 11:11 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Furazolidone
- Furazolidone 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.
- It is not as bitter as some of the other medicines used for the treatment of giardiasis.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking and till 4 days after taking this medication.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Furazolidone
No, Furazolidone is only used to treat diarrhea caused by bacteria or protozoa.
Yes, Furazolidone can cause stomach upset. You can take it with food or after food to minimize the stomach upset.