Zonaxid Tablet belongs to the class of 'antiprotozoal and antiviral' drugs, primarily used to treat diarrhoea caused by parasite infections of the intestines (Cryptosporidium parvum and Giardia lamblia). Zonaxid Tablet also treats protozoa infections caused by single-cell parasites that live in moist places like lakes, streams, and soil. Diarrhoea is a condition that causes the frequent passing of loose or watery stools.

Zonaxid Tablet contains Nitazoxanide, which belongs to the class of drugs known as thiazolides. Nitazoxanide is a broad-spectrum anti-parasitic medication. It inhibits the production of chemical substances required for energy metabolism and growth of protozoa, helminths (worm-like parasites), anaerobic (microbes that survive without oxygen), and microaerophilic (requires little oxygen to survive)  and viruses. Nitazoxanide is effective in the treatment of gastrointestinal infections.

Please take Zonaxid Tablet in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor based on your medical condition. Zonaxid Tablet is generally safe to use. However, some may experience side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fever, hair loss, dizziness, giddiness, and headache. Most of these side effects of Zonaxid Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney diseases asthma, and weakened immune system before starting Zonaxid Tablet. If you are allergic to Zonaxid Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not suddenly stop this medicine to avoid unpleasant side effects and sudden withdrawal symptoms. Intake of probiotics, prebiotics, and plenty of fluids is recommended if you are suffering from diarrhoea. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Zonaxid Tablet with proper consultation and caution. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zonaxid Tablet as it may cause dizziness.

Zonaxid Tablet contains Nitazoxanide, which belongs to the class of drugs known as thiazolides. Nitazoxanide is a broad-spectrum anti-parasitic, antiprotozoal, and antiviral medication, primarily used to treat diarrhoea. It inhibits the production of chemical substances required for energy metabolism and growth of protozoa, helminths (worm-like parasites), anaerobic (microbes that survive without oxygen), and microaerophilic (requires little oxygen to survive) and viruses. Nitazoxanide is effective in the treatment of gastrointestinal parasite infections, including Cryptosporidium parvum and Giardia lamblia.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Stomach pain

• Fever

• Hair loss

• Dizziness

• Giddiness

• Headache

Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney diseases, asthma, diabetes, and a weakened immune system before starting Zonaxid Tablet. If you are allergic to Zonaxid Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not take Zonaxid Tablet on your own since it may lead to antibiotic-resistance failing the antibiotics to act against specific infections. Do not suddenly stop this medicine to avoid unpleasant side effects and sudden withdrawal symptoms. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Zonaxid Tablet. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zonaxid Tablet as it may cause dizziness. Zonaxid Tablet is not recommended for children less than one year of age. 

Drug-Drug Interaction: Zonaxid Tablet may interact with blood thinners (warfarin), anxiety-treating medications (lorazepam), and medications used to treat fits (valproic acid).

Drug-Food Interaction: Alcohol consumption should be avoided as it may lead to dizziness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Zonaxid Tablet should be cautiously administered when you have any liver or kidney diseases, asthma, diabetes, and a weakened immune system.

• WARFARIN
• LORAZEPAM
• VALPROIC ACID

• Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto, and cheese.
• Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas.
• Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit, and grapefruit juice as they might hinder antibiotic's absorption.
• If you have diarrhoea try to drink appropriate amounts of fluids to avoid dehydration. 
• If you have minor diarrhoea (less than four stools daily) drinking caffeine-free soft drinks, juices or sport rehydration drinks can be sufficient. 
• If the diarrhoea is more severe, specially formulated rehydration drinks should be taken.
• Avoid alcoholic beverages with Zonaxid Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Zonaxid Tablet in fighting off infections.

Diarrhoea is a condition that causes the frequent passing of loose or watery stools. It is caused by bacteria (campylobacter and Escherichia coli), virus (norovirus or rotavirus), and parasites in contaminated food and water. Acute diarrhoea is a common problem and generally lasts for one or two days, whereas chronic diarrhoea lasts four weeks. Diarrhoea can be due to an infection, antibiotics, a disease (inflammatory bowel disease), and other medicines.