Nitazoxanide

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Broad-spectrum antibiotic with antiparasitic effect from the class of thiazolides. Effective against protozoa and probably also antivirally effective in the therapy of Hepatítis C.

Indication
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Cryptosporidiosis; lambliasis. Approved in the U.S. for the treatment of diarrhea caused by Cryptosporidia (Cryptosporidium parvum) and Giardia lamblia in children 1-11 years of age, adolescents and adults. Not yet approved in Germany.

Dosage and method of use
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  • HIV-negative adolescents/adults: 2 times/day 500 mg p.o. for 3 days.
  • HIV-negative children: 2 times/day 100-200 mg p.o. for 3 days.

Undesirable effects
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Rarely abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, headache, yellow sclerae (reversible scleral icterus due to deposition of the active ingredient.

Preparations
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Alinia; Cryptaz (not approved in Germany; can be obtained from the international pharmacy)

Incoming links (2)

Cryptosporidiosis; Lambliasis;

Outgoing links (2)

Cryptosporidiosis; Lambliasis;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020