✓ OTC EligibleGastrointestinal & DigestionLaxatives & Bowel Regulators

Nitazoxanide

Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for Gastrointestinal & Digestion treatment.

🧴 Clinical Application

Take orally 500 mg twice daily with food for 3 consecutive days. Swallow whole with a glass of water. Taking with food significantly enhances bioavailability.

⚠️ Side Effects

Common: Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, headache, harmless bright yellow discoloration of urine. Rare/Severe: Transaminase elevations, yellow discoloration of sclera, and hypersensitivity.

🛡️ Safety Warnings

Take with food. High plasma protein binding (>99%); use with caution in patients taking other highly protein-bound medications with narrow therapeutic indices (warfarin). Efficacy in HIV-associated cryptosporidiosis is limited.

Jan Aushadhi Products containing Nitazoxanide

Found 1 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.

✓ OTCLaxatives & Bowel Regulators

Nitazoxanide 500mg Tablets

Tablets
10's

Nitazoxanide Tablets (500mg) is a synthetic thiazolide broad-spectrum antiprotozoal and antiviral agent. It is rapidly hydrolyzed to its active metabolite tizoxanide, which selectively interferes with the pyruvate:ferredoxin oxidoreductase (PFOR) enzyme-dependent electron transfer reaction essential for anaerobic energy metabolism in parasites. Indicated for diarrhea caused by Cryptosporidium parvum, Giardia lamblia, and mixed intestinal parasite infections in immunocompetent patients.

₹51.56₹240.1579% saved
Nitazoxanide

Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison

Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Nitazoxanide.

Generic FormulationPack SizeJan Aushadhi PriceCommercial Brand EquivalentsAvg. Commercial PriceSavings
Nitazoxanide 500mg Tablets10's₹51.56NIZONIDE₹240.1579% Save

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Get answers to common queries about Nitazoxanide generics.

How many Jan Aushadhi products contain Nitazoxanide?＋
This directory currently lists 1 Jan Aushadhi generic product(s) containing Nitazoxanide as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API). The count reflects the July 2026 PMBI catalog snapshot.
Does Nitazoxanide require a prescription at Jan Aushadhi Kendras?＋
Nitazoxanide is marked as OTC-eligible in the PMBI catalog, meaning it may be available without a prescription at Jan Aushadhi Kendras. Always verify with the dispensing pharmacist; local regulatory requirements can vary.
What is the lowest listed price for Nitazoxanide at Jan Aushadhi?＋
Based on the July 2026 PMBI catalog, the lowest listed MRP for a Nitazoxanide formulation is ₹51.56. Individual prices vary by pack size and dosage form. Use the product links above for the exact MRP of each formulation.
Are Jan Aushadhi Nitazoxanide products clinically equivalent to branded versions?＋
Jan Aushadhi generics contain the same declared active pharmaceutical ingredient (Nitazoxanide) at the same concentration as branded counterparts and must meet CDSCO quality standards. However, inactive excipients, release mechanisms, and manufacturing processes can differ between manufacturers. Never switch a prescribed medicine without consulting your doctor.
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