
Ambizyme Tablet
Salt Composition
Di-iodohydroxyquinoline (300mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ambizyme Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of amebiasis. It helps relieve symptoms and speeds up recovery.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Ambizyme Tablet is best taken after food to minimize side effects. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it more or less. Take it regularly every day at the same time to get maximum benefit. Do not stop taking the medicine until you complete the full dose. This medicine may cause a few side effects such as fever, chills, thyroid gland enlargement (neck swelling), blurred vision, and peripheral neuropathy. If you experience any of these side effects and it bothers you, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or prevent the side effects.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Ambizyme Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Fever Chills Thyroid gland enlargement (neck swelling) Blurred vision Peripheral neuropathy
How it works
Ambizyme Tablet is a halogenated 8-hydroxyquinoline, an amoebicide with antifungal and antibacterial properties. It chelates trace metals at bacterial surfaces, which are essential for bacterial growth.
Quick Tips
Ambizyme Tablet is used to give relief from diarrhea and stomach pain associated with amebiasis. Always drink filtered water and avoid tap water. In case filtered water is not available, boil and cool the water before drinking. Eat home-cooked food and avoid outside food during the treatment. Thoroughly wash fruits and vegetables before eating. Drink only pasteurized milk and dairy products.