Diquinol
Active Ingredient(s): IodoquinolCategory: Antiprotozoal / Anthelmintic
Diquinol Overview
The quinoline derivative diiodohydroxyquinoline (INN) or iodoquinol (USAN), can be used in the treatment of amoebiasis.[1] It is poorly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and is used as a luminal amebicide. It acts by chelation of ferrous ions essential for metabolism.[2] It was discovered by Adco Co. and introduced as diiodohydroxyquinoline.[3] Susceptibility of Dientamoeba fragilis has been measured.[4] Iodoquinol is an ...
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Iodoquinol
- Tablet: 210mg, 650mg
Other drugs which contain Iodoquinol or a similar ingredient: (5 results)
- IODOQUINOL
- YODOXIN Iodoquinol
- DERMAZENE Hydrocortisone + Iodoquinol
- HYDROCORTISONE + IODOQUINOL
- VYTONE Hydrocortisone + Iodoquinol