Stopdiar tabs 100mg #24

Stopdiar instruction for use

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The drug Stopdiar is a derivative of the nitrofuran series and is prescribed to patients for the treatment of bacterial diarrhea.

Form of formulation and composition of the preparation

The drug Stopdiar is available in the form of tablets for oral use. The tablets are yellow, convex on both sides, covered with enteric coating. Tablets are packed in blisters of 24 pieces (1) in a cardboard box with the attached instruction with a description.
Each tablet contains 100 mg of active active ingredient - Nifuroxazide, as well as a number of auxiliary substances - magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide colloid, dye, potato starch, titanium dioxide.

Indications for use

Tablets Stopdiar intended for oral administration for the treatment of acute and chronic diarrhea caused by bacterial infection.

Contraindications

Tablets have a number of contraindications and limitations, so before starting therapy, you should carefully read the attached instructions. The drug should not be taken orally with the following conditions:
    individual intolerance to the components of the drug;
    children under 7 years;
    intestinal obstruction or suspicion of it;
    The presence in the past of severe allergic reactions to derivatives of the nitrofuran series.
Relative contraindications to the use of the drug is pregnancy and the period of breastfeeding.

Dosing and Administration

Tablets Stopdiar intended for oral administration. According to the instructions, the drug is prescribed to adults and children over 7 years of 200 mg (2 tablets) 4 times a day at regular intervals. The tablet should be swallowed immediately without smacking, drinking with a sufficient amount of water.
The duration of the course of therapy is 3 days, if during this time the diarrhea continues or the patient's condition worsens, you should consult a doctor to clarify the diagnosis.

Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding

The use of tablets during the period of childbearing and during breastfeeding is possible only if the benefit to the mother exceeds the possible risks for the fetus or infants.
Treatment is carried out under the strict supervision of a physician.

Side effects

The drug is well tolerated by patients. In rare cases, the development of side effects on the part of the digestive system is possible:
    bloating;
    eructation;
    heaviness in the stomach;
    violation of intestinal peristalsis;
    constipation.
Against the background of taking the drug, allergic reactions are possible - rash, itchy skin, urticaria.

An overdose of the drug

When ingesting a large number of tablets, patients may experience overdose symptoms, which are manifested by an increase in the described side effects, a change in the clinical picture of the blood, disorders of the nervous system.

Interaction of the drug with other drugs

The drug Stopdiar is not recommended to combine with any drugs, as this leads to a decrease in their therapeutic effect.

special instructions

Since during the diarrhea the patient loses a large amount of fluid and salts, it is important to consume enough water. In case of development of the above-listed side effects, the drug should be stopped immediately and consult a doctor.
Active active substances of the drug have no effect on the speed of psychomotor reactions and the patient's ability to drive.

Analogues of tablets Stopdiar

Analogues of the drug Stopdiar are:
    loperamide;
    Imodium;
    levomycetin.
The drugs have different composition, indications and limitations, so do not prescribe them yourself.

Leave and storage conditions

The drug Stopdiar is released from pharmacies without a doctor's prescription. Keep the tablets out of the reach of children, avoiding sunlight on the drug. Shelf life of the tablets is 5 years from the date of production, which is indicated on the package. At the end of the shelf life, the drug should not be taken orally.