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Entero caps medicine is a medicine to treat diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. The main effect of the drug is antibacterial, indicated for the treatment of gastrointestinal infections.
1. What are Entero-caps?
The main active ingredient in Entero caps is Nifuroxazide 200mg, which is available in capsule form.
Nifuroxazide is a broad-spectrum anti-infective agent with a local bactericidal mechanism of action, suitable for the treatment of diarrhea. Nifuroxazide is a synthetic derivative of the drug nitrofurans group that has the advantage of being quick-acting and helps to stop diarrhea of infectious origin for 24 to 48 hours. The drug has an effect on most pathogens causing diarrhea such as Gram (+) and Gram (-) bacteria (such as E.coli, Salmonella, Shigella, Klebsiella and Proteus)...
2. Indications and contraindications for taking Entero caps
The drug is indicated in the following cases:
Acute diarrhea caused by infectious agents. Adjunctive treatment for other intestinal infections and colitis. Do not use the drug in the following cases:
Entero-Caps drug is not used for patients with a history of allergy to Nitrofuran derivatives or allergies to other ingredients of the drug. Children under 6 years old do not use.
3. Dosage and how to use Entero caps
How to use: The drug is taken orally. Take the medicine with a glass of water.
Dosage: The drug is indicated for maximum treatment for 7 days.
For adults: Take 1 tablet/time, 3 to 4 times a day, at least 4 hours apart if needed. Children over 6 years old: 1 tablet each time, 2 to 3 times a day, depending on age. This tablet form is not recommended for children under 6 years of age. A more suitable form of medication may be used.
4. Notes when using Entero caps
When taking Entero-Caps, there are a few things to keep in mind:
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to Entero-Caps, Nitrofuran derivatives or any other ingredient of this type. this drug. If you don't know about the ingredients, you can ask your pharmacist for the ingredients that rule out the ingredients that cause an allergic reaction. When using this medicine you can also experience unwanted effects like most other drugs. Some of the side effects reported in human studies with this drug include: Possible allergic reactions such as skin rash, urticaria, Quincke's edema or, more dangerously, anaphylaxis. When you see signs of a severe allergy such as difficulty breathing, swelling in your face, swelling in your throat, you should stop taking the medicine and immediately notify your doctor for prompt treatment. In case of diarrhea due to infectious etiology but clinical manifestations of invasive phenomena, systemic antibiotics must be used. Because this drug has a local antibacterial effect. Diarrhea dehydrates the body, so you need to replenish water and electrolytes by mouth. If diarrhea is more than 6 times per day, persists for more than 24 hours, or is accompanied by weight loss, and cannot be taken orally, intravenous rehydration is necessary. Only use exactly as prescribed by the doctor, do not treat for more than 7 days. This capsule form should not be given to children under 6 years of age due to the risk of choking. For this child there is another form of medicine that is more suitable. Nifuroxazide should not be used during pregnancy. If it is absolutely necessary to use it, you should consult with your doctor to weigh the benefits and risks. Breastfeeding can be used for a short period of time, but you should consult your doctor specifically about the length of time you can take the drug. Drug interactions can occur when using drug combinations, the combination of Nifuroxazide with drugs that increase sensitization such as Antabuse or tranquilizers should be avoided. To ensure you avoid diarrhea caused by an infection, you should avoid raw vegetables, raw or rare meat, make sure to eat them cooked to a boil, and avoid rancid foods. Above are the things you need to know when taking Entero caps. This is a form of antibacterial, so only use when there is an infection. Avoid abuse when not necessary to avoid damaging the intestinal microflora, making you more susceptible to digestive disorders.
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