Zoxakind 500 Tablet

Short Description

Zoxakind 500 Tablet is an antiparasitic medication used to treat diarrhea and worm infections by inhibiting the growth of the parasite.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Zoxakind 500 Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Some people may experience headaches, nausea, fever, hair loss, and vomiting as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests and liver function tests throughout your treatment.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zoxakind 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zoxakind 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Zoxakind 500 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body. If you are taking Zoxakind 500 Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.

Pregnancy Warning

Zoxakind 500 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Nitazoxanide is an antiparasitic medication. It inhibits the production of certain chemicals and substances essential for energy metabolism and growth of the parasite.

You have been prescribed Zoxakind 500 Tablet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections. It should be taken with food. It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Zoxakind 500 Tablet. Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment. Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection. Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.