ZOXTANID Oral Suspension 30ml

Introduction About ZOXT

ZOXT
medicines called Antiprotozoals. It is used to manage diarrhoea caused by
Giardia lamblia or Cryptosporidium parvum. Diarrhoea occurs when not enough
water is removed from the stool, or too much fluid is secreted into the stool,
making it loose.

Avoid consum
SUSPENSION is not effective for the management of diarrhoea caused by C. parvum
in HIV-infected or immunodeficient patients. Before taking ZOXT
SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if you have diabetes, kidney, liver, biliary
problems.

ZOXT
breastfeeding women as safety data has not been established yet. Safety and
effectiveness of ZOXT
not been established yet. It should be used with caution in elderly patients
above 65 years of age.

The most common side effects of taking ZOXT
pain, diarrhoea, headache, and nausea. Contact your doctor if any of the above
symptoms worsen.

Uses Of ZOXT

• to manage diarrhea caused by Giardia lamblia or Cryptosporidium parvum

How ZOXT

ZOXT
microbes. It changes the structure of protozoa cell membranes, mitochondrial
membranes, and stops viral replication. Thus killing the protozoa causing
diarrhoea.

How to use ZOXT

Take ZOXT
use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on
your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Side Effects Of ZOXT

Common

• abdominal pain
• diarrhea
• headache
• nausea

How To Manage Side Effects

Headache:

Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking more fluids such as water or
electrolytes. If needed apply a pain-relieving balm on the forehead. Avoid
consum
for advice.

Nausea:

Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil-rich or spicy foods. If the symptom does
not improve, contact your physician for advice.

Diarrhoea:

Drink more fluids like water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do not
take any medicine on your own for diarrhoea without consulting your physician.
If the symptom does not improve, contact your physician for advice.

Stomach pain:

Rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have lesser and more frequent
meals. Keep a heating pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve,
contact your physician for advice.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

ZOXT
planning to have a baby as safety data has not been established yet. Consult
your doctor before taking it.

!### Breastfeeding

ZOXT
it is not known if it is excreted in breastmilk. Your doctor will weigh the
potential benefits against the potential risks. Consult your doctor before
taking it.

!### Alcohol

Avoid consum

!### Kidney

ZOXT
problems as safety data has not been established yet. Consult your doctor before
taking it.

!### Liver

ZOXT
problems as safety data has not been established yet. Consult your doctor before
taking it.

!### Allergy

Do not take ZOXT
of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Others

ZOXT

• have diarrhoea caused by C. parvum in HIV-infected or immunodeficient patients

Before taking ZOXT

• have biliary problems

Use in pediatrics:

Safety and effectiveness of ZOXT
age has not been established yet. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Use in geriatrics:

ZOXT
years and above. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking ZOXT
of the following medicine:

• medicines used to manage or manage blood clots (Ex. warfarin)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more of ZOXT
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Nitazox
Pharmacological Category	:	Antiprotozoals
Therapeutic Indication	:	Diarrhoea
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Oral Suspension, Suspension, Syrup, Dispersible

More Information

• Keep ZOXT
• Store at room temperature

FAQs About ZOXT

What is ZOXT

ZOXT
or Cryptosporidium parvum. Diarrhoea occurs when not enough water is removed
from the stool, or too much fluid is secreted into the stool, making it loose.

Can ZOXT

Yes. Headache is one of the most common side effects of taking ZOXT
SUSPENSION. In case your child is experiencing a headache after taking ZOXT
ORAL SUSPENSION, rest and relax. Keep hydrated by drinking more fluids such as
water or electrolytes. If needed apply a pain-relieving balm on the forehead.
Avoid consum
doctor.

What precaution is to be taken before taking ZOXT

ZOXT
children below 1 year of age. ZOXT
caution in patients who have renal problems, hepatic problems, pregnant women,
and elderly patients. Please consult your doctor before taking ZOXT
SUSPENSION.

Does ZOXT

Yes, ZOXT
not harmful. if symptoms do not improve or get worse consult your doctor
immediately.

How does ZOXT

ZOXT
microbes. It changes the structure of protozoa cell membranes, mitochondrial
membranes, and stops viral replication. Thus killing the protozoa causing
diarrhoea.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Stool Examination