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Furozil is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Furozil have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Furozil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Furozil is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Furozil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Furozil safely.
Is the use of Furozil safe during breastfeeding?
Furozil is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Furozil on the Kidneys?
Furozil may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Furozil on the Liver?
Furozil does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Furozil on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Furozil for the heart.
Furozil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Furozil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Furozil habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Furozil is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Furozil can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Furozil should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Furozil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Furozil
You can take Furozil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Furozil
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Furozil.
Yes, Furozil can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.
Yes, Furozil has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Furozil covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Furozil.
Yes, Furozil can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.
Yes, Furozil can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
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