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What is Furazolidone?
Active Ingredients: Furazolidone
Furazolidone Tablets are an antibiotic drug used to prevent and treat bacterial infections. It is effective against infections such as bacterial and protozoal enteritis and urinary tract infections, salmonellosis and E.coli infections in pigs, dogs, cats, calves, and poultry and coccidiosis and giardiasis in birds and poultry.
Furazolidone is classified as a nitrofuran antibiotic. It works by interfering with the enzyme system of bacteria, but the mechanism of action against protozoa isn't well understood. This drug shows efficiency towards certain strains of Giardia, Vibrio cholerae, Trichomonas, Coccidia, and many strains of E. coli, Enterobacter, Campylobacter, Salmonella, and Shigella.
Since Furazolidone is a Nitrofuran antibiotic, its use in food animals is currently prohibited by the FDA under the Animal Medicinal Drug Use Clarification Act of 1994.
It is important to note Furazolidone Tablets are for veterinary purposes only.
Furazolidone Tablets are a GMP-certified product that has been manufactured by AdvaCare Pharma, a pharmaceutical company specializing in global distribution. Our wide range of over 150 veterinary products are produced in facilities across China, India, and the United States.
Why choose us as your Furazolidone manufacturer?
Furazolidone Tablets are manufactured and globally supplied by AdvaCare Pharma, a GMP-certified manufacturer with a range of more than 250 veterinary medicines. Our business model is focused on creating a strong partnership with our veterinary distributors. From supply chain coordination to product registration support, our professional teams of specialists and experts provide our distributors unparalleled assistance and support throughout the entire process.
Uses
What is Furazolidone used for?
It's used to treat enteric infections, such as:
- amebic colitis
- coccidiosis
- entamebiasis
- Giardia infections
- Cystoisospora infections
What animals can be treated with Furazolidone Tablets?
This medicine is recommended for ornamental birds, cows, cats, dogs and pigs.
How are Furazolidone Tablets used?
This medicine has been manufactured as a tablet, which is intended to be given orally to an animal.
How should Furazolidone Tablets be stored?
This medication should be stored in a dark, dry location under 30°C. Keep the tablets in the blister pack when not in use.
Dosage
How much Furazolidone should be given to dogs?
For amebic colitis or entamebiasis, the usual dose is 2.2mg per kg of body weight, given every 8 hours for 7 days.
For coccidiosis or Cystoisospora infection, the usual dose is 8-20mg per kg, given once per week.
For Giardia infection, the usual dose is 4mg per kg of body weight, given twice per day for 7 days.
How much Furazolidone should be given to cats?
The usual dose is 4mg per kg of body weight, given twice per day for 7 days.
For coccidiosis or Cystoisospora infection, it is recommended to give 8-20mg per kg bw, given twice per day for 5 days.
How much Furazolidone should be given to horses?
The usual dose is 4mg per kg of body weight given 3 times per day.
Side Effects
As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of Furazolidone Tablets.
Side effects are generally mild and may include diarrhea, loose stools, vomiting, and fatigue. This medication may darken urine, as well. Serious side effects may include allergy or hypersensitivity reactions.
For a comprehensive list of all possible side effects of this medication, consult a veterinary physician.
Precautions
Do NOT use Furazolidone Tablets for an animal that:
- has a known allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
- is intended for human consumption.
There are known interactions between Furazolidone and other drugs, including alcohol, amitraz, buspirone, selegiline, sympathomimetic amines, tricyclic antidepressants, and fish or poultry with a high tyramine content.
This drug may cause a false positive on a cupric sulfate solution test.
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