Esufuril Capsule (Nifuroxazide)

Key information summary

Efficacy & effects

Acute bacterial diarrhea is mainly caused by bacterial infections leading to gastroenteritis symptoms. This medication is used to treat diarrhea caused by such bacterial infections.

Dosage

Keep out of reach of children and store the medicine in its original container in a cool place away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Precautions

This medication may require intravenous fluid replacement when there is severe and persistent diarrhea or vomiting as it can lead to dehydration. Do not take this medicine if you have hypersensitivity to it or allergies to its components. Children and adolescents under 18 years old should not take this medicine. It is safest for women who are pregnant, potentially pregnant and not using effective contraception, and breastfeeding women to avoid taking this medicine. During treatment, it is advisable to avoid raw vegetables, fruits, green vegetables, spicy foods, and frozen foods and drinks, while consuming cooked foods like meat or rice when diarrhea symptoms are present. This medicine contains a dye called Yellow No. 5, so individuals who are allergic or hypersensitive to this ingredient should consult a healthcare professional before taking it. If symptoms such as skin rash, hives, angioedema, or severe allergic reactions occur, stop taking this medicine immediately and consult a doctor. If diarrhea persists for more than 2 days, treatment methods should be re-evaluated, and fluid replacement orally or intravenously may be necessary. Due to insufficient safety confirmation, this medicine is not recommended for use by pregnant or breastfeeding women. Since diarrhea can lead to loss of electrolytes and fluids from the body, it is important to drink fluids containing appropriate amounts of sugar and salt to stay hydrated.

Side effects

This medicine does not affect driving or operating machinery, so it does not interfere with daily activities.

Interactions

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature that is not too hot or too cold.

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