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Direxiode is commonly used to treat parasitic infections. The use of the drug should be carried out as prescribed by the doctor, pharmacist to bring the best results. What issues should patients pay attention to before taking Direxiode 210mg?
1. Composition of the drug Direxiode
Referring to the ingredients, the drug Direxiode contains the following active ingredients:
Main active ingredient: Di-iodohydroxyquinoline In addition, the drug also has excipients just enough for 1 tablet. The drug is used to indicate diseases such as: acute diarrhea, intestinal amoeba infection and a few other related diseases prescribed by doctors.
2. Dosage of Direxiode
Direxiode can be used for both children and adults, so the dose should be especially noted such as:
Acute diarrhea: 1 tablet / time x 2-3 times / day, up to 7 days. Children > 30 months old: 5-10 mg/kg/day, divided into 3-4 times. Intestinal amoebiasis: Adults 2 - 3 tablets x 3 times/day for 20 days. Direxiode should be taken with water and after meals to reduce gastrointestinal irritation. When taking the drug should be taken with filtered water and swallowed whole for the best therapeutic effect.
3. Typical side effects when taking Direxiode
Side effects usually only occur when the patient overdoses, prolongs the time of taking the drug. In the case of using the drug as prescribed by a specialist, side effects are very rare.
Some rare side effects may occur when taking this medicine such as: Fever or chills; May be accompanied by rash, itching/swelling, dizziness, difficulty breathing; Some people will be at risk of thyroid enlargement, optical atrophy, optic neuritis, peripheral neuropathy. The above are only typical side effects, depending on the patient's condition, age, and other side effects, it is important that you monitor and when you notice any signs. Anything unusual should be reported to the doctor immediately.
4. What subjects are Direxiode contraindicated for?
When using Direxiode, patients should pay attention to the following issues:
The drug is not used for pregnant women, nursing mothers. Because clonal drugs can affect the health of the fetus and baby. If you are using over-the-counter drugs, prescriptions, functional foods, herbs, etc., you need to fully share with your doctor to be prescribed the appropriate dose. People with liver and kidney problems need to be very careful when taking the drug. People who are allergic to any of the ingredients should not take Direxiode.
5. What should be done in case of missed dose or overdose?
Missed doses and overdoses are common occurrences during drug administration. If this happens regularly, it will not only affect the treatment process but also affect your health. Therefore, users should actively take the medicine at a time of day if necessary, so set an alarm to avoid forgetting.
Missed dose: When a missed dose is discovered, it is necessary to take the missed dose. Overdose: Overdose is a rather dangerous case, when an overdose is found, the patient should contact a doctor for advice on how to handle it, and monitor health during this time regularly. If you have any strange reactions, go to the nearest medical facility immediately. The above is all important information about the drug Direxiode, if you have any questions, you can discuss directly with your doctor for in-depth advice.
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