NITAZOXANIDE

Nitazoxanide is an antiparasitic and antidiarrhoeal medicine. It is used for diarrhoea caused by certain parasites and protozoa.

What Nitazoxanide Is Used For

• Diarrhoea caused by Giardia and Cryptosporidium
• Some other parasitic gut infections

Common Side Effects

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Headache
• Yellow discolouration of urine (harmless)

Precautions

Take nitazoxanide with food. It turns the urine a yellowish colour, which is harmless. Finish the course as prescribed. See a doctor if diarrhoea is severe, bloody, or comes with high fever or signs of dehydration, which need proper assessment.

This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.