Capagyl F Syrup
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Product introduction
Capagyl F Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of infectious diarrhea. It manages the symptoms of diarrhea such as stomach pain, cramps, and loose stools. It kills the diarrhea-causing microorganisms and helps in releasing the excess gas from the stomach.
Capagyl F Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Capagyl F Syrup1, Capagyl F Syrup2 and Capagyl F Syrup3 which treat diarrhea and dysentery.
Capagyl F Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Capagyl F Syrup1, Capagyl F Syrup2 and Capagyl F Syrup3 which treat diarrhea and dysentery.
Uses of Capagyl F Syrup
- Infectious diarrhea
Benefits of Capagyl F Syrup
In Infectious diarrhea
Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Capagyl F Syrup helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side effects of Capagyl F Syrup
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Capagyl F
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Dryness in mouth
- Dark colored urine
- Metallic taste
How to use Capagyl F Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Capagyl F Syrup is to be taken with food.
How Capagyl F Syrup works
Capagyl F Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Furazolidone, Metronidazole and Simethicone. Furazolidone is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria that cause diarrhoea by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering. Metronidazole is also an antibiotic which kills other infectious microorganisms in addition to bacteria by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively. Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Capagyl F Syrup may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Capagyl F Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Capagyl F Syrup is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Capagyl F Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Capagyl F Syrup in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Capagyl F Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Capagyl F Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Capagyl F Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Capagyl F Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Capagyl F Syrup for the treatment of diarrhea.
- Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance. Drink plenty of fluids especially ORS (oral rehydration solution) to help keep you hydrated.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking and till 4 days after taking this medication. This is because drinking alcohol with Capagyl F Syrup is likely to make you feel very sick (nauseated) and cause other unpleasant effects, such as hot flushes, headaches, and palpitations (fast heartbeat).
- Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
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- Drugs.com. Furazolidone. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Metronidazole. Thetford, Norfolk: Baxter Healthcare Ltd.; 2006 [Nov. 2017]. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Simethicone. Princeton. New Jersey: Bracoo Diagnostic. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Caplet India Pvt Ltd
Address: 284/1, Bangur Avenue , Block - B , Kolkata - 700055
Country of origin: India
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