Furamebe
(Tablets)
Composition:
Each tablet contains:
Diloxanide furoate......................500 mg.

Properties:
Diloxanide furoate is the drug of choice in the treatment of asymptomatic intestinal amoebiasis in the cyst-passers. It has a specific action against Entamoeba Histolytica without disturbing the intestinal flora .

Indications:
Acute and chronic intestinal amebiasis.

Side effects:
Flatulence is the most common side effects during treatment with diloxanide furoate.
Vomiting, pruritus & urticaria may occasionally occur.

Precautions:
Furamebe is not suitable for prolonged ( e.g.prophylactic) use in children .

Contraindications :
No contraindications.

Dosage:
Adults:
One tablet three times daily for 10 days.

Children ( less than 12 years):
20 mg per kg of body weight daily in the divided doses for 10 days.

Storage:
Keep at temperature not exceeding 30°C.
Keep medicine out of reach of children.

Presentation:
Box of 20 tablets in 2 strips.