Indications
Dilamide is used to treat intestinal amoebiasis.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Diloxanide furoate is a luminal amoebicide: once it reaches the gut, it is broken down (hydrolysed) to release free diloxanide, which is the form that actually kills the amoeba. In people who are simply passing amoebic cysts without any symptoms, it can be used on its own. When the infection is active and causing symptoms, it is instead combined with a 5-nitroimidazole drug such as metronidazole or tinidazole.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy Category: Not classified. The FDA has not yet placed this medicine into a specific pregnancy risk category.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.