Nitazoxanide Disease Interactions
There are 2 disease interactions with nitazoxanide:
Nitazoxanide (Includes Nitazoxanide) ↔ Diabetes
Moderate Potential Hazard, High plausibility
Applies to: Diabetes Mellitus
Alinia (brand of nitazoxanide) oral suspension contains 1.48 grams of sucrose per 5 mL. The sugar content should be considered when this product is used in patients with diabetes.
References
- "Product Information. Alinia (nitazoxanide)." Romark Laboratories L.C., Tampa, FL.
Nitazoxanide (Includes Nitazoxanide) ↔ Renal/Liver Disease
Moderate Potential Hazard, Low plausibility
Applies to: Renal Dysfunction, Liver Disease, Biliary Obstruction
The pharmacokinetics of nitazoxanide in patients with compromised renal and/or hepatic function have not been studied. Therapy with nitazoxanide should be administered cautiously in patients with hepatic and biliary disease and/or renal disease.
References
- "Product Information. Alinia (nitazoxanide)." Romark Laboratories L.C., Tampa, FL.
nitazoxanide drug Interactions
There are 36 drug interactions with nitazoxanide
nitazoxanide alcohol/food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with nitazoxanide
Drug Interaction Classification
| Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
| Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
| Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
| No information available. |
Do not stop taking any medications without consulting your healthcare provider.
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