Nitazoxanide Benefits & Uses

Nitazoxanide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)

Other Benefits

Nitazoxanide Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Nitazoxanide Related Warnings

Is the use of Nitazoxanide safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Nitazoxanide without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Nitazoxanide safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Nitazoxanide in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Nitazoxanide on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Nitazoxanide on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Nitazoxanide on the Liver?

Side effects of Nitazoxanide on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Nitazoxanide on the Heart?

You can take Nitazoxanide without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Nitazoxanide with Other Drugs

Nitazoxanide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Diazepam

Glimepiride

Warfarin

Nitazoxanide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nitazoxanide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nitazoxanide

Is this Nitazoxanide habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Nitazoxanide has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Nitazoxanide you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nitazoxanide is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Nitazoxanide is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Nitazoxanide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nitazoxanide

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Nitazoxanide to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Nitazoxanide

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Nitazoxanide and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown