Furachlor
Furachlor Products are primarily used for
Diarrhea
About Furachlor Products
Uses of Furachlor Products
Furazolidone is used in the treatment of diarrhea. It treats diarrhea caused by giardia infection.
Furachlor Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Furachlor are Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Stomach pain.
How Furachlor Products work
Furazolidone is an antibiotic. It works by suppressing bacterial enzymes involved in carbohydrate metabolism, thereby reducing the available energy for vital cellular functions.
Patient Concerns about Furachlor Products
Frequently asked questions about Furachlor Products
Frequently asked questions about Furazolidone
Q. What is Furachlor 100mg Tablet used for?
Furachlor 100mg 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.
Q. I have diarrhea, but my doctor is not sure if it is from a virus or bacteria. Can I take Furachlor 100mg Tablet?
No, Furachlor 100mg 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.
Q. How is Furachlor 100mg Tablet administered, and should I take it with food?
Furachlor 100mg 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>
Q. How quickly can I expect to feel better after starting Furachlor 100mg Tablet?
While individual results can vary, you should start to see an improvement in your symptoms within a few days of starting Furachlor 100mg 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.
Q. I have heard Furachlor 100mg 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 Furachlor 100mg Tablet. This is normal, and the color will return to its usual shade after you finish the medication.
Q. Are there any foods I need to avoid while taking Furachlor 100mg Tablet?
Yes, because Furachlor 100mg 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.
Products for Furachlor
Furachlor 100mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹12
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