{"product_id":"diracip-m-ds-500mg-tablets-15-s","title":"Diracip-M DS 500mg Tablets 15's","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiracip-M DS\u003c\/b\u003e is a dual-action prescription antibiotic and anti-parasitic medication primarily used to treat severe infectious \u003cb\u003ediarrhea, dysentery, and amoebiasis\u003c\/b\u003e (amoebic dysentery).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt contains a combination of two active ingredients that target different types of microscopic infections in the digestive tract:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMetronidazole (400mg)\u003c\/b\u003e: An antibiotic that eliminates anaerobic bacteria and protozoa by damaging their DNA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiloxanide Furoate (500mg)\u003c\/b\u003e: A luminal amoebicide that works directly inside the large intestine to destroy infection-causing amoebic parasites. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMedical Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDoctors commonly prescribe Diracip-M to treat intestinal complications caused by contaminated food or water, including: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmoebiasis\u003c\/b\u003e: Parasitic gut infections caused by \u003ci\u003eEntamoeba histolytica\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGiardiasis\u003c\/b\u003e: Intestinal infection causing watery diarrhea and cramping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSevere Dysentery\u003c\/b\u003e: Diarrhea containing blood and mucus accompanied by a fever. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProper Administration \u0026amp; Dosage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBecause it is a \u003cb\u003eprescription-only medication\u003c\/b\u003e in Kenya regulated by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board, it should only be taken exactly as directed by a healthcare professional. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Adult Dose\u003c\/b\u003e: Typically \u003cb\u003e1 tablet taken twice daily\u003c\/b\u003e, though your doctor may adjust this based on the severity of your condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith Food\u003c\/b\u003e: Always take this medication \u003cb\u003ewith or immediately after a meal\u003c\/b\u003e to protect your stomach lining and reduce nausea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSwallow Whole\u003c\/b\u003e: Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Drink it with a full glass of water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplete the Course\u003c\/b\u003e: Even if your diarrhea stops and you feel better, you must finish the entire prescribed pack to ensure the infection does not return or become resistant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCritical Warnings \u0026amp; Interactions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStrict Alcohol Ban\u003c\/b\u003e: You \u003cb\u003emust avoid alcohol entirely\u003c\/b\u003e while taking Diracip-M and for at least 48 hours after your last dose. Mixing metronidazole with alcohol triggers a severe \"disulfiram-like reaction,\" causing violent vomiting, hot flashes, rapid heartbeats, and severe headaches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePregnancy \u0026amp; Breastfeeding\u003c\/b\u003e: This medication may not be safe for developing babies. Consult your doctor immediately if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or nursing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePotential Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhile highly effective, you may experience mild to moderate temporary side effects:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eA distinct \u003cb\u003emetallic taste\u003c\/b\u003e in the mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNausea, occasional vomiting, or mild stomach cramps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDarkened urine (this is a harmless byproduct of metronidazole processing).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMild dizziness or headaches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you are experiencing severe dehydration, extreme abdominal pain, or a high fever, please seek immediate emergency care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47635146015020,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/diracip-m-ds-500mg-tablets-15-s","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}