Nitazoxanide 500 mg (Generic)

Nitazoxanide 500 mg (Generic) is a broad-spectrum antiparasitic and antiviral medicine. It is commonly prescribed for the treatment of gastrointestinal infections including diarrhea caused by Giardia lamblia and Cryptosporidium parvum. The medication works by interfering with the energy metabolism of parasites and certain viruses, stopping their growth and spread.

In addition to protozoal infections, Nitazoxanide has shown effectiveness against a variety of viral infections and is sometimes studied for use in influenza and other viral illnesses.

Typically taken orally with food, Nitazoxanide is well-tolerated and offers an effective treatment option for both adults and children. Common side effects may include abdominal pain, nausea, headache, or diarrhea.

Key Uses:

• Treatment of protozoal diarrhea (Giardiasis, Cryptosporidiosis)

• Antiparasitic and antiviral activity

• Effective against certain gastrointestinal infections