Entobahn

Entoban has antimicrobial, antidiarrheal and antiprotozoal effects, and has an antispasmodic effect in diarrhea of various origins. Its medicinal activity is associated with the action of plant elements that are part of the medication.

The drug has a protective effect on the gastrointestinal mucosa, and in addition reduces elevated gastric pH and stabilizes intestinal peristalsis; it also has bactericidal and soothing properties. [ 1 ]

Indications Entobahn

It is used (in capsules) to treat the bacillary form of dysentery and amebiasis. In the form of syrup it is prescribed for the combined treatment of acute intestinal infections, which cause diarrhea.

Release form

The release of the therapeutic substance is realized in the form of capsules, 20 or 60 pieces inside a box. It is also produced in the form of syrup - inside bottles of 90, 120 or 150 ml.

Pharmacodynamics

Holarrhena antidysenterica has an amoebicidal effect. It is used as an anthelmintic, diuretic, astringent and antipyretic substance, and also for colic, bleeding, dyspepsia.

Myrtus communis exhibits antispasmodic, antidiarrheal, bactericidal, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, astringent and antibacterial activity. Strengthens capillary strength.

Berberis aristata stabilizes liver function and is also used as an astringent, antipyretic, and tonic. [ 2 ]

Egle marmalade has a hypoglycemic, bactericidal and antipyretic effect.

Quercus velutina is used as a bactericidal and astringent element. [ 3 ]

Butea monosperma has an astringent effect in diarrhea of microbial origin.

Dosing and administration

The medicine in capsules is used first in a portion of 2 pieces 1-time, and then 1 capsule at 4-hour intervals. The treatment cycle lasts 3-5 days. In case of amebiasis, the therapeutic course should be increased to 10 days (1 capsule at 4-hour intervals), regardless of the symptoms that may disappear before the end of the course.

Syrup for teenagers aged 12 and over and adults is prescribed in a portion of 3-4 teaspoons, taken at 4-hour intervals. For a child aged 6-11 years - 1-2 teaspoons at the same interval; for a child aged 4-6 years - 1 teaspoon (5 ml) at the same interval. Such a treatment cycle lasts 3-5 days.

• Application for children

The medicine in capsule form is not used in pediatrics. The syrup can be prescribed to children over 4 years of age.

Use Entobahn during pregnancy

Entoban is not used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Contraindications

Main contraindications:

• liver dysfunction;
• active forms of inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract (gastrointestinal ulcers, gastritis and exacerbation of chronic gastritis);
• intestinal blockage;
• diarrhea caused by helminthiasis, dysentery or saline laxatives (Mg sulfate and Na sulfate);
• the presence of manifestations of severe dehydration and violation of EBV indicators;
• severe intolerance to the components of the drug.

Side effects Entobahn

Side effects include nausea, allergic reactions, and vomiting. If these symptoms occur, discontinue use of the drug.

Overdose

In case of overdose, gastric lavage and symptomatic measures should be performed.

Storage conditions

Entoban should be stored at temperatures no higher than 25°C.

Shelf life

Entoban can be used within a 24-month period from the date of manufacture of the medicinal substance.

Analogues

Analogues of the drug are Lecor, Intetrix with Enterofuril and Nifuroxazide with Stopdiar.