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Furazol (FURAZOLIDONE)

Takeda · FDA-approved approved Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026 Quality 25/100

Furazol (generic name: FURAZOLIDONE) is a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors Small molecule drug developed by Takeda. It is currently FDA-approved (first approved 1958).

Furazol, also known as Furazolidone, is a small molecule DNA inhibitor. It has been studied in clinical trials for various gastrointestinal conditions, including peptic ulcer disease, Helicobacter pylori infection, and gastric cancer.

At a glance

Generic nameFURAZOLIDONE
SponsorTakeda
Drug classMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaNeuroscience
PhaseFDA-approved
First approval1958

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Drug interactions

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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FDA labelMechanism, indications, dosing, boxed warnings, drug interactions
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

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Frequently asked questions about Furazol

What is Furazol?

Furazol (FURAZOLIDONE) is a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors drug developed by Takeda.

Who makes Furazol?

Furazol is developed and marketed by Takeda (see full Takeda pipeline at /company/takeda).

What is the generic name of Furazol?

FURAZOLIDONE is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Furazol.

What drug class is Furazol in?

Furazol belongs to the Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors class. See all Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors drugs at /class/monoamine-oxidase-inhibitors.

When was Furazol approved?

Furazol was first approved on 1958.

What development phase is Furazol in?

Furazol is FDA-approved (marketed).

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