furoxone

Frequently asked questions

What does Furoxone treat?

Furoxone (Furazolidone) may be used to treat cholera, diarrhea, bacillary dysentery, enteritis, escherichia coli infections, giardiasis, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

Is there a coupon or discount for Furoxone?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Furoxone. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Furoxone?

Furoxone is marketed by Shire. You can see Shire's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Furoxone a brand-name or generic drug?

Furoxone is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Furazolidone.

Is Furoxone available over the counter?

No. Furoxone is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Furoxone come in?

Furoxone is currently marketed as suspension and tablet, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

Is Furoxone FDA-registered?

Furoxone is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA011323. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Furoxone been recalled by the FDA?

Furoxone has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Furoxone safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict, and we don't yet have a composite recall-safety score for Furoxone. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings below, and always consult a licensed professional.