Nitazoxanide: Side Effects, Uses & Monitoring

Facts extracted from current FDA product labeling for Nitazoxanide. Educational only — not medical advice.

Labeled uses

Diarrhea caused by Giardia lamblia or Cryptosporidium parvum: ALINIA for Oral Suspension (patients 1 year of age and older) and ALINIA Tablets (patients 12 years and older) are indicated for the treatment of diarrhea caused by Giardia lamblia or Cryptosporidium parvum . Limitations of Use ALINIA for Oral Suspension and ALINIA Tablets have not been shown to be effective for the treatment of diarrhea caused by Cryptosporidium parvum in HIV-infected or immunodeficient patients [ see Clinical Studies (14.2) ]

Source: FDA labeling via NIH DailyMed (set e90f98d9…). Not affiliated with FDA or NIH.

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