Pharmacology - Diloxanide

1/12/2024

Pharmacology - Diloxanide
Diloxanide combats Entamoeba histolytica in its non-motile forms.
Administered orally, intravenously, or intrarectally; half-life is seven hours.

Application in Clinical Practice
Following metronidazole treatment, for amoebic dysentery; for asymptomatic cyst carriers

Potential Side Effects
GIT disturbances; anorexia. Ataxia, myalgia, hepatitis, and blood dyscrasias are rare side effects.
Should not be consumed with alcohol as it can lead to disulent responses.

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