Nitazoxanide Dose for Children

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Nitazoxanide

Nitazoxanide

💊 Used for: Giardiasis, amebiasis, cryptosporidiosis

Formulation

Syrup

100mg/5ml

Dose Range

1020 mg/kg

Max Daily

40 mg/kg

Frequency

Twice daily for 3 days

Max Single

500 mg

⚠️ Age Restriction: Not recommended for children under 12 months (1 years) unless specifically prescribed by a doctor.

Route: Oral

Dose by Child Weight

Based on formulation: 100mg/5ml

Child's WeightDose (mg)Dose (ml)Max Daily Dose (mg)
5 kg50100 mg2.55.0 ml≤ 200 mg
6 kg60120 mg3.06.0 ml≤ 240 mg
7 kg70140 mg3.57.0 ml≤ 280 mg
8 kg80160 mg4.08.0 ml≤ 320 mg
9 kg90180 mg4.59.0 ml≤ 360 mg
10 kg100200 mg5.010.0 ml≤ 400 mg
12 kg120240 mg6.012.0 ml≤ 480 mg
15 kg150300 mg7.515.0 ml≤ 600 mg
18 kg180360 mg9.018.0 ml≤ 720 mg
20 kg200400 mg10.020.0 ml≤ 800 mg
25 kg250500 mg12.525.0 ml≤ 1000 mg
30 kg300600 mg15.030.0 ml≤ 1200 mg

* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.

⚠️ Important Warnings

  • Give with food
  • Avoid in diabetics

Possible Side Effects

  • Nausea, vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache

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