Nanazoxid tablets saudi arabia are used to treat diarrhea. They are an antiparasitic medication effective against parasites such as Cryptosporidium and Giardia. These parasites attach to the stomach lining, causing inflammation, which in turn leads to abdominal pain and diarrhea.
What are the ingredients of Nanazoxid tablets
Nanazoxid contains the active ingredient nitazoxanide, which acts as an intestinal antiseptic against certain types of parasites, such as Giardia, amoebiasis, and Cryptosporidium.
Uses of Nanazoxid
Nanazoxid tablets are used in the following cases:
- Treatment of tapeworm infections.
- Treatment of amoebiasis.
- Treatment of cryptosporidiosis.
- Treatment of ascariasis.
- Treatment of diarrhea caused by Clostridium difficile infection.
- Treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection.
What are the dosages of Nanazoxide
The treating physician determines the appropriate dosage of tablets based on the patient's condition and age. The usual dose is 500 mg twice daily, and treatment continues for up to three days or as directed by the physician.
Available strengths of Nanazoxide
Nanazoxide is available in tablet and syrup form:
- Tablets are available in only one strength, 500 mg, and the pack contains 14 tablet.
- syrup is available in a 50 ml bottle containing 100 mg/5 ml.