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Tetrazin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diarrhoea. Secondary and off-label uses of Tetrazin have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Tetrazin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tetrazin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tetrazin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tetrazin is Safe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Tetrazin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Tetrazin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Tetrazin with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tetrazin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Tetrazin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tetrazin is used -
Mild
Is the use of Tetrazin safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Tetrazin in pregnant women.
Is the use of Tetrazin safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Tetrazin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Tetrazin on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Tetrazin on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Tetrazin will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Tetrazin on the Liver?
Information about safety of Tetrazin for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Tetrazin on the Heart?
Tetrazin is completely safe for the heart.
Tetrazin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tetrazin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tetrazin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tetrazin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Tetrazin as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Tetrazin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tetrazin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tetrazin
Taking Tetrazin with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tetrazin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tetrazin.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Alinia® (nitazoxanide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 840-841