MD Tablet 250mg/200mg

About MD Tablet 250mg/200mg

MD Tablet Uses

• Treats acute intestinal amoebiasis in adults and adolescents
• Clears amoebic cysts to help prevent recurring infection
• Manages mild to moderate amoebic dysentery symptoms
• Used as follow-up therapy after severe amoebic liver abscess treatment
• Prescribed for asymptomatic carriers identified through stool testing

MD Tablet Benefits

• Tablet form offers convenient dosing for adults and working patients
• Dual action clears both active amoeba and dormant cysts
• Lower relapse rate compared to single-agent antiamoebic therapy
• Cost effective option widely stocked in local pharmacies

What Experts Say

Clinicians across Pakistan frequently prescribe the diloxanide furoate and metronidazole tablet for adult patients with confirmed amoebic dysentery. Its combined action addresses both the symptomatic trophozoite stage and the dormant cyst stage of the infection within a single course of treatment.

Public health data link much of Pakistan's amoebiasis burden to unsafe drinking water and poor food hygiene, particularly in areas with inconsistent sanitation infrastructure. Tablet therapy remains a practical option for adults who can swallow pills and need reliable dosing without refrigeration or measuring devices.

Doctors advise completing the entire prescribed course even after diarrhea and cramping subside, since stopping early can leave resistant cysts behind and allow the infection to return. A follow-up stool examination is often recommended to confirm the parasite has fully cleared.

Drug Class

• Antiamoebic / Antiprotozoal combination

MD Tablet 250mg/200mg formula

• Diloxanide Furoate 250mg
• Metronidazole 200mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use MD Tablet 250mg/200mg?

• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water
• Take after meals to minimize stomach irritation
• Space doses evenly through the day as directed
• Finish the entire course even if symptoms resolve early
• Avoid missing doses to prevent incomplete parasite clearance

Drug Interactions

• Alcohol: Triggers flushing, nausea, and rapid heartbeat when combined.
• Warfarin: Increases bleeding risk by boosting anticoagulant activity.
• Lithium: Raises lithium blood levels and toxicity risk.
• Phenobarbital: May speed up metronidazole breakdown, reducing its effect.
• Disulfiram: Combined use may cause confusion or unusual psychiatric reactions.

Risks and warnings

• Pregnancy: Avoid during the first trimester unless clearly needed.
• Alcohol: Skip alcohol during treatment and for 48 hours afterward.
• Liver Disease: Use cautiously in patients with reduced liver function.
• Nervous System Disorders: Report any tingling or numbness to a doctor promptly.
• Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor, as metronidazole passes into breast milk.

MD Tablet Side Effects

• Nausea and metallic taste
• Stomach upset or cramping
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Dark colored urine
• Mild rash or itching

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C away from direct heat
• Keep tablets in their original blister pack until use
• Protect from moisture and humidity
• Keep out of reach of children