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Nizonide 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diarrhoea. Secondary and off-label uses of Nizonide 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Nizonide 500 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nizonide 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Nizonide 500 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Nizonide 500 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Nizonide 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nizonide 500 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Nizonide 500 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nizonide 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Nizonide 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Nizonide 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Nizonide is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Nizonide 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Nizonide for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Nizonide 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Nizonide for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Nizonide 500 Tablet on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Nizonide on the liver, information on safety of Nizonide for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Nizonide 500 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Nizonide for the heart.
Nizonide 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nizonide 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nizonide 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Nizonide 500 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Nizonide 500 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Nizonide 500 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Nizonide 500 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Nizonide 500 Tablet
Nizonide 500 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nizonide 500 Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Nizonide 500 Tablet with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Alinia® (nitazoxanide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 840-841