Nitazoxanide 100 mg/5ml

Nitazoxanide 100 mg/5ml — Uses and Benefits

Nitazoxanide suspension is mainly used to treat infectious diarrhoea caused by certain parasites in children and adults.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Treatment of diarrhoea caused by Giardia lamblia
• Treatment of diarrhoea caused by Cryptosporidium parvum
• Used in some other parasitic gut infections as advised by the doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• It interferes with the energy metabolism process that parasites need to survive
• This stops the parasite from multiplying and helps the body clear the infection
• It also has some activity against certain viruses, though this use is decided by the doctor

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not used for common viral diarrhoea unless specifically prescribed
• It is not used for bacterial infections like typhoid
• It is not a general painkiller or fever medicine
• It should not be used to self-treat any stomach upset without a doctor's diagnosis

How to Use Nitazoxanide 100 mg/5ml

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Shake the bottle well before each use
• Use the measuring cup or oral syringe provided, not a household spoon
• Take with food, as this improves absorption and reduces stomach upset
• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, in terms of amount and number of days
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve earlier
• Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue as scheduled
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one
• If unsure, check with your pharmacist or doctor

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep the bottle tightly closed
• Do not refrigerate or freeze unless the label specifically says so
• Discard any unused suspension after the period mentioned on the label, usually a few weeks after mixing
• Keep out of reach of children

Nitazoxanide 100 mg/5ml — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Headache
• Diarrhoea
• Yellow-green tint to urine (harmless)

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Dizziness
• Discoloured stools

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, itching, swelling of face or throat
• Difficulty breathing
• Severe stomach pain or persistent vomiting
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Unusual tiredness or dark urine suggesting liver problems

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Nitazoxanide 100 mg/5ml — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India. Do not use it without medical advice.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to nitazoxanide or any ingredient in this suspension
• Have been advised against it by your doctor for a specific medical reason

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have liver disease
• Have kidney disease
• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have diabetes, as some formulations may contain sugar
• Are giving this to a young child, as dosing needs careful calculation

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Blood thinners such as warfarin
• Other medicines that affect the liver
• Any other prescription or over-the-counter medicine, so inform your doctor of your full medicine list

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop the medicine once diarrhoea improves?

No, complete the full course as prescribed to make sure the infection is fully treated and does not come back.

Can children take this suspension?

Yes, it is commonly used in children, but the dose is decided by the doctor based on age and weight.

Will this medicine change the colour of urine?

• Yes, a yellow-green tint to urine can occur and is generally harmless.
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