Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate — brands & medicines in Pakistan
Pakistan mein Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate ke 5 brands available hain. Drug class: Antiprotozoal / Antiparasitic Combination. Neeche se koi bhi brand select karein aur uses, dosage, side effects aur price dekhein.
Quick Answer
Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate is a antiprotozoal / antiparasitic combination used in Pakistan for Amoebic Dysentery (Amoebiasis / Pait mein ameba ka infection), Giardiasis (Giardia lamblia se paida hone wali bimari), Intestinal Parasitic Infections (Aandon mein parasites). Available as 5 brands. Some brands are over-the-counter; others require a prescription. Always confirm dose with a doctor or pharmacist.
What is Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate?
Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate is a antiprotozoal / antiparasitic combination used in Pakistan for a range of medical conditions. Doctors and pharmacists in Pakistan recognize Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate under multiple brand names — currently 5 listed on PakVita (4 tablets, 1 suspension). The information below is a synthesis from DRAP-registered medicine entries, BNF, and WHO Essential Medicines references.
Common indications
- Amoebic Dysentery (Amoebiasis / Pait mein ameba ka infection)
- Giardiasis (Giardia lamblia se paida hone wali bimari)
- Intestinal Parasitic Infections (Aandon mein parasites)
- Amoebic Liver Abscess (Jigar mein ameba)
- Amoebic Dysentery in children (Amoebiasis)
- Giardiasis in children
- Intestinal Parasitic Infections (paediatric)
- Amoebic colitis
Indication and dose vary by medical condition, age, weight, and other factors. Always confirm with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Typical dosage
1 tablet three times daily (TDS) for 5–10 days
This is a general adult guidance pattern based on the manufacturer's label for one of the Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate brands listed below. Children, elderly patients, pregnant women, and people with kidney or liver impairment usually need different dosing — confirm with your doctor.
Side effects
Common (usually mild)
- Metallic taste (Mu mein metallic zayqa)
- Nausea (Matli)
- Headache (Sar dard)
- Dizziness (Chakkar)
- Dark or reddish urine
- Nausea
Serious — stop and see a doctor
- Peripheral neuropathy — numbness or tingling in hands and feet (prolonged use)
- Seizures or encephalopathy (rare, high dose)
- Severe allergic reaction — rash, breathing difficulty
- Severe liver toxicity
Important warnings
- Don't use Entamizole DS if you are allergic to Metronidazole or Diloxanide Furoate
- NO ALCOHOL during treatment and 48 hours after — severe Disulfiram-like reaction
- Avoid in first trimester of pregnancy
- Use with caution in severe liver disease
- Do not take with alcohol — severe Disulfiram-like reaction
- Shake well before use
Conditions treated
Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate brands in Pakistan (5)
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Entamizole DS Tablet
Metronidazole 500mg + Diloxanide Furoate 250mg
Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Ltd.
Open medicine page →Entamizole Suspension
Metronidazole 200mg/5ml + Diloxanide Furoate 125mg/5ml
Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Ltd.
Open medicine page →Entamizole Syrup
Diloxanide Furoate + Metronidazole
Abbott Laboratories
Open medicine page →Entamizole Tablet
Metronidazole + Diloxanide Furoate
Abbott Laboratories
Open medicine page →Metodine Tablet
Diloxanide Furoate, Metronidazole
The Searle Company Ltd.
Open medicine page →Frequently asked questions
What is Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate used for in Pakistan?
Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate is commonly used for Amoebic Dysentery (Amoebiasis / Pait mein ameba ka infection), Giardiasis (Giardia lamblia se paida hone wali bimari), Intestinal Parasitic Infections (Aandon mein parasites), Amoebic Liver Abscess (Jigar mein ameba), and other indications. It belongs to the antiprotozoal / antiparasitic combination drug class.
What is the typical dosage of Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate?
Typical adult dosing is described by manufacturers as: "1 tablet three times daily (TDS) for 5–10 days". Always confirm dose, duration, and timing with a qualified doctor or pharmacist — dose depends on indication, weight, age, kidney/liver function, and other medications.
What are the common side effects of Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate?
Common side effects include Metallic taste (Mu mein metallic zayqa), Nausea (Matli), Headache (Sar dard), Dizziness (Chakkar), Dark or reddish urine, Nausea. Most are mild and resolve as the body adjusts. Stop the medicine and contact a doctor if side effects are severe, persistent, or include allergic symptoms (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty).
When should I stop Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate and see a doctor?
Stop Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate and seek urgent medical care if you experience: Peripheral neuropathy — numbness or tingling in hands and feet (prolonged use); Seizures or encephalopathy (rare, high dose); Severe allergic reaction — rash, breathing difficulty; Severe liver toxicity. These are serious signs that need immediate attention.
Is Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate available without a prescription in Pakistan?
Some brands are over-the-counter; others require a prescription.
What brands of Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate are available in Pakistan?
5 brands of Metronidazole Diloxanide Furoate are listed on PakVita: 4 tablets, 1 suspension. Browse the brand list below and click any name for prices, dosage, and full information.
Sources
- DRAP Registered Drug Products Database — Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
- British National Formulary (BNF) — BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press
- WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. — World Health Organization