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Indications & Uses
Nitax is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Nitazoxanide is a synthetic antiprotozoal medicine taken by mouth. It is thought to work by interfering with an enzyme reaction called Pyruvate Ferredoxin Oxido Reductase (PFOR)-dependent electron transfer, which the parasite relies on for energy production in the absence of oxygen. In laboratory studies, Nitazoxanide and its active metabolite, tizoxanide, have been shown to stop the growth of Cryptosporidium parvum (at its sporozoite and oocyst stages) and Giardia lamblia (at its trophozoite stage).
Dosage Reference
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Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Age 1-3 years: 1 teaspoonful (5 ml) of the suspension every 12 hours for 3 days. Age 4-11 years: 2 teaspoonfuls (10 ml) of the suspension every 12 hours for 3 days. Age 12 years and above: 5 teaspoonfuls (25 ml) of the suspension, or 1 tablet, every 12 hours for 3 days. It is recommended to take each dose with food.
Side Effects
Common side effects reported with Zoxanid include abdominal pain, vomiting, and headache; these are usually mild and go away on their own. Rarely, it may also cause nausea, loss of appetite, flatulence, increased appetite, swollen salivary glands, raised creatinine and SGPT levels, itching, runny nose, sweating, dizziness, or discoloured urine.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Zoxanid should be used cautiously in patients with liver or biliary disorders, as well as those with kidney disease.
Contraindications
Contraindicated in patients known to be hypersensitive to Nitazoxanide or to any of the excipients in the formulation.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Nitazoxanide falls under US FDA pregnancy category B. That said, there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Animal reproduction studies don't always predict how a medicine will act in humans, so Nitazoxanide should be used during pregnancy only if it is clearly needed.
Nitazoxanide has been shown to pass into human milk. Because of this, take care when it is given to a woman who is breastfeeding.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Storage
Store Nitazoxanide in a dry place, away from light and heat. Always keep it out of the reach of children.
Common questions about Nitax 500 mg
What is Nitax 500 mg Tablet?
Nitax 500 mg Tablet is a medicine that contains Nitazoxanide. It is made by Delta Pharma PLC. It belongs to the Anti-diarrhoeal antiprotozoal group of medicines.
What is Nitax used for?
Nitax is used for: Diarrhea.
What are the side effects of Nitax?
Common side effects reported with Zoxanid include abdominal pain, vomiting, and headache; these are usually mild and go away on their own. Rarely, it may also cause nausea, loss of appetite, flatulence, increased appetite, swollen salivary glands, raised creatinine and SGPT levels, itching, runny nose, sweating, dizziness, or discoloured urine.
Can I take Nitax during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Nitazoxanide falls under US FDA pregnancy category B. That said, there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Nitax?
Store Nitazoxanide in a dry place, away from light and heat. Always keep it out of the reach of children.
Is there a cheaper medicine with the same ingredient?
Nitax is already among the lowest-priced brands of Nitazoxanide at this strength.
Do I need a prescription for Nitax?
Nitax is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.